high-end

adjective

ˈhī-ˈend 

1

: upscale

high-end boutiques

2

: of superior quality or sophistication and usually high in price

high-end cameras

Synonyms of high-end

• fashionable
• exclusive
• upscale
• elegant
• expensive
• luxurious
• upmarket

Examples of high-end in a Sentence

a high-end haberdashery that serves its clients by appointment only

high-end digital cameras intended for professionals and serious amateurs

Recent Examples on the Web

But the high-end talent in Atlanta’s farm system isn’t quite ready for the majors, especially given the plug-and-play nature of the starting lineup. — Andy McCullough, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Major European partners are on board as well, including Xilam, pushing French high-end, unique animation series beyond its borders. — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 8 Sep. 2026

Softer than cashmere and with prints that look high-end, the Alpine Swiss Plaid Scarf is appealing. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026

Still, with Samsung’s foldables starting at $1,200 and its high-end model priced at $2,100—and with Apple’s foldable expected to cost at least $2,100— foldables are clearly a premium product. — Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for high-end

• amend
• append
• ascend
• attend
• backend
• befriend
• boyfriend
• commend
• compend
• contend
• defend
• depend