PLUSH Synonyms: 95 Similar and Opposite Words

plush

adjective

Definition of plush

as in rich

having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor) a particularly plush and buttery chardonnay

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as in luxurious

showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort a plush estate filled with priceless art and antiques

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Recent Examples of plush Pair a vintage wooden bench with a sleek modern light, or a plush rug with sculptural metal legs. — The Spruce, 12 July 2026 The popular and podiatrist-approved shoe has plenty of plush foam cushioning throughout the midsole and a rocker sole that takes pressure off of the ball of the foot and helps stabilize the ankle. — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 11 July 2026 The upstairs rooms have wood flooring, though some are covered by carpets — one was plush hot pink, a shade that stands out — and are arranged around a central hall running the length of the house. — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026 The plush cotton consistently feels heavenly underfoot after every shower. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for plush

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Adjective

Researchers have found the diet, which is full of fiber-rich plants and lean proteins, can improve heart health and longevity.

— Anahad O’Connor, Washington Post, 16 July 2026
This is a spoiled, privileged, rich girl who should be on MTV’s My Super Sweet 16 instead of Bravo.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 16 July 2026

Definition of rich

Adjective

Design Within Reach aims to make luxurious designer furniture pieces from the past and present just a little more accessible for online shoppers.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 July 2026
Shunya will be able to fly a pilot and either six passengers with a bit of luggage, or four in more luxurious seating.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 July 2026

Definition of luxurious

Adjective

Over 10 years, the risk was 78% higher, although the data was not as robust.

— Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Expectations for price increases on iPhones and other Apple devices will also likely affect the company’s ability to build out its robust user base, hurting its services vertical, Vinh added.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 14 July 2026

Definition of robust

Adjective

Off Campus came at the perfect time, as the group released the deluxe version of their album, No Hard Feelings, just weeks after the show premiered.

— Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
That latter tune is included as a bonus track on the deluxe digital version of the new album.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 3 July 2026

Definition of deluxe

Adjective

Beyond California, scientists are raising alarms over the planet’s warming oceans, which — coupled with a strong El Niño — could increase temperatures for land dwellers in the coming weeks.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Weather aside, Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture Week, running from July 6 to 9, will feature shows from 30 houses, compared with FW25’s 27-strong line-up.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 6 July 2026

Definition of strong

Adjective

Ultra-wealthy buyers drive up home prices Daryl Fairweather, the chief economist at Redfin, said the gulf between the luxury and non-luxury housing markets in Miami and West Palm Beach is driven by South Florida’s ultra-wealthy buyers.

— Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
Dream of the Desert, the kingdom’s first ultra-luxury train, is due to start running at the end of the year, with cabins from $8,000 a night.

— Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 13 July 2026

Definition of luxury

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