Dapper

/ˈdæpər/ adjective

Definition

Neat, clean, and fashionable in appearance; dressed with care and style.

Etymology

Possibly from Dutch 'dapper' or German 'dapper' meaning bold or strong, but by the 1600s English speakers used it to describe someone who was smartly dressed and quick-moving. The connection to appearance came from associating neatness with strength and confidence.

Kelly Says

When you see someone 'dapper,' you know they've put effort into their look—pressed clothes, polished shoes, attention to detail. It's a word that suggests someone's appearance tells you about their character, which is why we often trust dapper people a little more.

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