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
Yet again, in the same year, the King spent almost £9 million on palaces, parties, and posh cars.
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The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025
More than a century later, the posh barrier island along Florida’s east coast is still drawing elite travelers, particularly those who want to do business at Mar-a-Lago.
—Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Anthony is also impressed with the posh product.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2025
Meghan, Bria, and Robin are the only Black girls at their posh private school.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 14 Aug. 2025
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The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025
More than a century later, the posh barrier island along Florida’s east coast is still drawing elite travelers, particularly those who want to do business at Mar-a-Lago.
—Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Anthony is also impressed with the posh product.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2025
Meghan, Bria, and Robin are the only Black girls at their posh private school.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for posh
Adjective
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The Newbury Boston Day One in Boston Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star The Newbury Boston in the city’s fashionable Back Bay neighborhood is a wonderful choice for your stay.—
Kim Foley MacKinnon,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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What starts as a rouse to complete a business deal quickly evolves into something a little too real between the unsuspecting pair—while Sabrina’s Vogue internship in Paris adds an extra touch of fashionable fun.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
30 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Lovevook Laptop Tote Bag Looking stylish for work doesn’t have to mean compromising on function.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Thankfully, Amazon has plenty of stylish wrinkle-free tops that won’t get creased on the way to your destination.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Continue reading to shop more luxurious Wayfair social media creator furniture and decor selections, up to 72 percent off.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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Big Sky, Montana Swift and Kelce have previously gone on romantic retreats to Big Sky – even being linked to the highly exclusive, members-only Yellowstone Club – so the couple could pick the luxurious mountain community as a serene wedding destination.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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However, the blueish Ice Breaker is very sleek, but for my money, Heart Breaker is the clear winner here, with its loud bright pink and purple and teal aesthetic.—
Mitch Wallace,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Keep it sleek with all-black accessories (trousers, ballet flats, a structured bag), or throw in a pop of color with a bold skirt or red shoes.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Sep. 2025
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Jw Pei Hana Mini Tote Bag City days call for chic bags, and the JW Pei Hana Mini Tote is exactly that.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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The space itself — bright, polished, and buzzing — sets the tone for a brunch that’s chic without being stiff.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The summer of 2025 was essentially a deluxe version of 2022.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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As the drinks flow during a gathering of faculty and PhD students at their deluxe digs, Alma’s doting husband Frederick (Michael Stuhlbarg), another shrink, teasingly asks what happens if one of them gets tenure and the other doesn’t.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Aug. 2025
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The designer, who turned 76 on June 27, is known for her lavish birthday bashes.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Some have lost fortunes due to family drama and trauma, seen their homes go up in flames or watched their money disappear due to too much partying and lavish spending.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Posh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posh. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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