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 Bridging the gap between a jacket and a sweater, this layering piece exudes a distinctly posh vibe. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026 New friends bring new drama; from the glitzy beaches of Palm Beach to the private dunes of the Hamptons, the ladies expand their exclusive social circle, bringing in new hijinks, posh parties, and so much more. — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 16 July 2026 Victoria Beckham launched a very posh pop-up Wednesday evening at Bal Harbour Shops. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026 It’s set within always-busy Waikiki but tucked off the main drag of Kalakaua Avenue, so the posh dual-tower high-rise with two infinity pools provides a more serene experience than most of the oceanfront hotels that line Waikiki Beach. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 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
  • Over the decades, the principessa cake in particular has cultivated a devout — and fashionable — following.
    — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • All of these newly fashionable hybrid shows campaigned for the Emmys as comedies.
    — Joe Reid, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of fashionable
Adjective
  • Consumer electronics giant Xiaomi is rolling out stylish sedans and SUVs outfitted with dizzying in-cabin infotainment tech.
    — Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Every seat is upholstered in stylish beige and cream-colored textiles and offers seven inches of recline, 40 inches of pitch, and 19 inches of width.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of stylish
Adjective
  • The backstory Opened in 2021, La Casa de la Playa was conceived as the most intimate and luxurious expression of the Grupo Xcaret brand.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Staterooms are boutique-hotel luxurious, featuring king beds and private balconies for sunrise coffees.
    — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of luxurious
Adjective
  • And celebrities have proved that with a sleek designer style that effortlessly enhances summer and early fall outfits.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Step into the sleek slip-on shoes before everyone else and shop more backless loafers below.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of sleek
Adjective
  • At barnyard-chic Le Garde Champêtre, Japanese chef Kazuya Miyashita weaves the organic vegetable garden’s produce into farm-to-table plates minus the fuss—simply smoked and cooked around the fire.
    — Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Find essential tote bags, staple rings and necklaces, and chic sunglasses for everyday.
    — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of chic
Adjective
  • For families Studios, suites, and deluxe level kings are all spacious enough for families—but for the latter of those options be sure to book early, as there are only 16 up for grabs.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • In the years after Peart’s death, surviving Rush bassist/singer Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson worked on their individual solo projects while their classic albums were reissued as deluxe anniversary packages.
    — David Chiu, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of deluxe
Adjective
  • The impact is lavish yet hushed; welcoming yet sharply articulated.
    — Genevieve Walker, Architectural Digest, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Then there’s breakfast, à la carte and included with the room, lavish from croissant sandwiches to crepes.
    — Winston Ross, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of lavish

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