flair
Translation
flair, style, aptitude, knack
Examples
She has a flair for design.
She has a flair for design.
He dresses with great flair.
He dresses with great flair.
Grammar Patterns
a flair for (sth.) a natural ability to do (sth.) well She has a flair for design.
with flair in a stylish and original way He dresses with great flair.
Similar Words
Synonyms: talent, knack, style, panache
Etymology
From Old French 'flairer' (to smell), from Latin 'fragrare' (to smell sweet). The sense evolved to 'keen perception', like a dog's sense of smell.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone who can 'smell' what is stylish or correct. They have a flair for it.