posh

adjective

Definition of poshnext
as in fashionable
having or showing a very high degree of elegance and luxury Celebrities paraded the red carpet in a wide display of posh outfits. The posh hotel carries a hefty price tag.

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Recent Examples of posh There’s an infamous photo of Prince William looking like a posh Spice Girl in a Union Jack waistcoat under his Eton tailcoat. — Eva Wolchover, Vanity Fair, 21 Sep. 2026 There was even a banner moment inside the posh fifth-floor Skywalker Grill where a group of directors gathered to be photographed in what could very well become a seminal photo of Hollywood influence in the 21st century. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026 The posh town of Delafield, Wisconsin, adds a splash of variety along an otherwise woodsy route. — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 12 Sep. 2026 Many posh lines are extending Mediterranean itineraries into the shoulder season and even winter, meaning there are more options for luxury voyages than ever before. — Janice Wald Henderson, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for posh
Recent Examples of Synonyms for posh
  1. fashionable
  2. stylish
  3. luxurious
  4. sleek
  5. chic
  6. deluxe
  7. lavish
Adjective
  • This 15-room Georgian-era townhouse, tucked away in a residential street in Gardens (a fashionable neighborhood known for its restaurants, bars, and interior shops), is full of surprises.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Van Wissen and Lupker hope to expand the service to such fashionable cities as London, New York, Milan and Los Angeles, and are eyeing emerging destinations like Turkey and Morocco, too.
    — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of fashionable
Adjective
  • The shoe choice is also in character for Parker, whose real-life wardrobe has long been closely associated with stylish and luxury footwear.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026
  • These exist in both the structures of her music and the fantastical world building achieved through presenting herself as a stylish equine named Stella Stallion that exists in a natural wonderland world that’s like if Lisa Frank met Planet Earth.
    — Katie Bain, Billboard, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of stylish
Adjective
  • TikTok filled with videos of grim stores nearing closure that looked more apocalyptic than luxurious.
    — Rachel Felder, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2026
  • In a report published on Tuesday, four men — apparently in the same unit as Combs — told NBC the Grammy winner was enjoying a luxurious lifestyle despite his being behind bars.
    — Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of luxurious
Adjective
  • Microsoft Surface Laptop Early Prime Day Deal For a sleek-looking portable that also delivers some of the best battery life out there, Microsoft's Surface Laptop is a strong contender.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The dining room has a long dark wood table beneath a simple pendant light, while the kitchen has sleek metal cabinets and a large marble island.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of sleek
Adjective
  • Injectables, lasers and reformer Pilates are now easier to find than a balian; the vibe is no longer backpacker-boho, but chic.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
  • While sporty-chic ensembles naturally pair well with sneakers, preppy styles like polo sweaters, blazers, and pleated skirts look equally as good with this type of shoe.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of chic
Adjective
  • Billy Joel’s Turnstiles is getting the deluxe treatment for its 50th anniversary.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants deluxe anniversary edition is available now, wherever books are sold.
    — Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of deluxe
Adjective
  • All gaps in time and momentum can be smoothed over by Laura Karpman’s lush and lavish score.
    — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The black-tie event will feature live entertainment, a lavish dinner, and a major fireworks display across the Dubai skyline.
    — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of lavish

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“Posh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posh. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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