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
No stranger to polish, Elle Fanning's opulent old money blonde is posh and timeless, proving that the color trend is more enduring than most.
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Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
Paired with Volvo’s sharp new exterior look, luxe interior appointments, and a quiet cabin, this family-friendly SUV has the posh feel of a much more sophisticated luxury car.
—Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026
Six-figure salaries were still common for officers and their relatives, as were fine dining, stays in posh hotels and expensive hunting retreats.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
The 54-year-old star revealed that his peaceful workout at a posh hotel in early 2025 was interrupted when several men assaulted him with their farts.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Feb. 2026
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Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
Paired with Volvo’s sharp new exterior look, luxe interior appointments, and a quiet cabin, this family-friendly SUV has the posh feel of a much more sophisticated luxury car.
—Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026
Six-figure salaries were still common for officers and their relatives, as were fine dining, stays in posh hotels and expensive hunting retreats.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
The 54-year-old star revealed that his peaceful workout at a posh hotel in early 2025 was interrupted when several men assaulted him with their farts.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for posh
Adjective
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This spring, total comfort doesn't have to be at odds with looking fashionable.—
Antonio Fuentes,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2026
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The pleated crewneck and button-up details add a fashionable twist.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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A little lighting can also go a long way toward adding ambience and safety after dark, from a stylish wall lantern (now 87% off) to shatterproof LED string lights that don’t require a plug-in.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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But after reopening with a stylish, colorful new interior, Calle 75 shuttered its dining room weeks later and restricted public access to the takeout window.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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If not eaten immediately, the lovely creaminess becomes a dense pile of goop with no hope of Cinderella-ing itself back to a luxurious state.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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The construction gives it a medium-support feel—plush enough to feel luxurious, yet structured enough to provide meaningful reinforcement.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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From cushioned walking sneakers to sleek slip-ons and foldable flats, the brand boasts arch-supporting insoles enhanced with anti-odor technology to keep feet feeling fresh and comfortable all day long.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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The property is walkable to many of the top tourist attractions, and to local-first neighborhoods, all while adding its own sleek contribution to the NoMad area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Downstairs, Disco Bey Bey, a compact late-night room, delivers a chic space for after-hours entertainment.—
David Morris,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Mar. 2026
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Both looks mark something of a departure from Wilde's typical boho chic style.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This Is Lorelei’s Nate Amos has announced a super deluxe version of his 2024 album Box for Buddy, Box for Star.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
9 Mar. 2026
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This deluxe two-volume box set includes both hardcover manga volumes illustrated by Miyazaki, as well as a bonus Studio Ghibli poster.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Sumptuous grays and neutrals in the lavish rooms create a seamless quality from door to sea, and subtle Asian details delight.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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Most take it in stride, or consider the situation at Indian Wells a fair tradeoff for the otherwise gorgeous backdrop of mountains, picturesque sunsets and lavish facilities.—
Douglas Robson,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Posh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posh. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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