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
Hotel Granduca Houston, Texas Echoing European sensibilities, this posh all-suite boutique property is embedded in the lavish district of Uptown, convenient to upscale shopping and dining.
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Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Leyla’s was a Frenchman, an art collector twice her age, who picked her up in one of Moscow’s posh night clubs and began to educate her intensively.
—Julia Ioffe, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2025
George’s wife is Jane, posh teenage daughter is Judy, and little son Elroy.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
In addition to 15 guestrooms, the four-story building also houses a posh co-working space, multiple restaurants, and a karaoke den.
—Sara Liss, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025
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Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Leyla’s was a Frenchman, an art collector twice her age, who picked her up in one of Moscow’s posh night clubs and began to educate her intensively.
—Julia Ioffe, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2025
George’s wife is Jane, posh teenage daughter is Judy, and little son Elroy.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
In addition to 15 guestrooms, the four-story building also houses a posh co-working space, multiple restaurants, and a karaoke den.
—Sara Liss, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for posh
Adjective
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Limousines full of fashionable people would pull up to clubs called The Carousel, The Playpen, and The Pussycat Lounge.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Setting the tone for what is sure to be a fashionable affair, the carpet brought out our most sartorial savvy faves across industries for a night celebrating craftsmanship and design.—
Cierra Black,
Refinery29,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Gift it to fellow schleppers who want to stay stylish.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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Because the growth in running is also bringing higher taste levels, New Balance intentionally sought out to deliver something more stylish.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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With fantastic views of the Bay of Lagos and a luxurious architectural setting, Al Sud serves a locavore tasting menu that’s delicate but not fussy, with fish and seafood from Sagres plus meat and produce from nearby farms.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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Capacity at safari lodges is limited, as is access to parks and concessions; in return those lodges are luxurious, and the ecosystems around them pristine.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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With its strand of diamonds, the necklace is substantial enough to leave a lasting impression when worn solo with everything from your favorite band tee or a sleek silk blouse.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
5 Nov. 2025
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Shoppers can snag durable sets like the Coolife 3-piece Luggage Set for less than $100, plus sleek carry-ons like the Wrangler 20-inch Carry-On Luggage that had thousands of buys this past month.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Then Christina arrived, chic and funny, my improbable daughter-in-law.—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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The house’s logo take on a minimalist form here, and the bag itself is made from a combination of sturdy aluminum and chic canvas for a luxurious finish.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
2 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Oklou has released the deluxe version of Choke Enough.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
31 Oct. 2025
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Despite releasing Mutt last year, Thomas hasn’t slowed down, dropping the deluxe version Heel in May and another EP, Pholks, earlier this month.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The parachutist descended from an overcast sky at the lavish 2017 wedding reception, as seen in videos posted online.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
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My mom stayed home to look after my siblings; our house was large but not lavish.—
Natalia Paradies,
Rolling Stone,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Posh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posh. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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