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 The Furby, a robotic plush toy that has undergone many incarnations since its invention interacts with its owners and even farts. — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 29 Oct. 2026 But don’t worry, the inside of the cups is lined with a round, plush cushion for comfort (and functionality). — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 29 Oct. 2026 The story of Labubu, the plush toy that became a pop culture icon and fashion accessory. — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2026 There’s even a handy pocket to hold your smartphone, headphones, and other tiny in-flight essentials, and its plush material is cozy to snuggle up to. — Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for plush

Recent Examples of Synonyms for plush

Adjective

However, sometimes chuck and top sirloin are used, offering a richer, more flavorful, marbled cut.

— Natalia Vela, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026
Because the album is rich with melody—because the compositions snake so readily from note to note, compared to Malone’s previous works—inklings of narrative start to seep from the foggy passages.

— Sasha Geffen, Pitchfork, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of rich

Adjective

Made with Malabar black pepper imported directly from India, beef jus, cream and lots of cognac, the luxurious sauce is drizzled over a 12-ounce prime striploin.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026
My 50-minute massage was enhanced by a collagen face mask with pumpkin extract—a new one to me, but a welcome add-on that felt super luxurious.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of luxurious

Adjective

The Ahmanson’s work pairs sumptuous costumes, storybook scenery and robust singing with broad, disconnected acting that leaves the musical’s romantic transformation emotionally unconvincing.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026
Her young players were in the bleachers supporting her Friday, among a robust crowd of townsfolk and USJ students.

— Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of robust

Adjective

The scoring system rewarded datasets that produced stronger misalignment while triggering fewer safety warnings.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
While Republicans there have a modest registration advantage, Democrats are posting strong numbers in early and mail-in voting.

— Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of strong

Adjective

Olivia Miles, the rookie point guard for the Minnesota Lynx, wears a pair of bug-eyed sports goggles, black and bulbous, sometimes held in place by a thick strap that runs through her luxuriant Afro.

— Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
At the end of the fifth group, one girl’s face blossomed into a radiant flower, and another drew herself with luxuriant pigtails, standing beneath a bright red beating heart.

— James Gordon, Time, 14 July 2026

Definition of luxuriant

Adjective

Jackson Hole's first and only ski-in, ski-out ultra-luxury private club and residences, which opened in January 2026, has five-star amenities, personalized service, and accommodations that rival the swishiest rentals.

— Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
An ultra-luxury South Beach office building where Playboy has its headquarters is seeking approval for $50 million worth of upgrades and an extension of its lease with the city that would run into the next century.

— Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026

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