style

Definition

  • noun: a particular way in which something is done, created, or performed
  • noun: a distinctive manner of expression (as in writing or speech)
  • verb: to give (yourself) a name or title even if you do not really deserve it
  • verb: to call or designate by an identifying term
  • often + 'as'
  • synonyms: name, designation, course

Examples

  • Openly criticizing a fellow worker is just 'not my style'. [=I would never openly criticize a fellow worker]

  • He finished the tournament 'in style' by winning his last match very quickly and easily.

  • He has been living 'in high style'. [=he has been living the way rich people live]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I'd like to talk for a second about this new arrival, who we see here entering this restaurant looking very handsome. - He'll be worse in the future. - I really like his style. I'm not sure his girlfriend will help much. - Hello. - Hello, pet. - Hey, Mom, how are you? (..)
    2007 Goal II: Living the Dream
  • (..) But I've only been in six. I'm leasing it, and one of the rooms was locked... Well, but it's sort of, like, a little bit weird. It's those Euro-style bathing suits. I don't think I'll wear it. - Hey, monkey. - Hello. - Where you been? - Introduce me to your friend? (..)
    2007 Goal II: Living the Dream