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
His own Bethesda family was posh and picture-perfect, tragedy free.
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Literary Hub, 13 Apr. 2026
The bride-to-be has already garnered media attention for her practical-meets-posh wardrobe (with many of her favorite brands having the Kate Middleton seal of approval).
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026
Gallo posted an open invite to the posh party on her Facebook page on March 21.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
How Jewish villas in the posh Grunewald area were bought up or seized by Nazi bigshots, but now belong to Russian oligarchs.
—John Powers, NPR, 2 Apr. 2026
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Literary Hub, 13 Apr. 2026
The bride-to-be has already garnered media attention for her practical-meets-posh wardrobe (with many of her favorite brands having the Kate Middleton seal of approval).
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026
Gallo posted an open invite to the posh party on her Facebook page on March 21.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
How Jewish villas in the posh Grunewald area were bought up or seized by Nazi bigshots, but now belong to Russian oligarchs.
—John Powers, NPR, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for posh
Adjective
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Featuring bolder, thicker spots at the top and more refined, micro specks down the skirt, this mini dress makes all-day, fashionable wear easier than ever.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2026
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While personal fans have been a fashionable accessory since before the Victorian era, the category has been stifled by a lack of innovation for a while.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Shot with cold control in black and white by cinematographer Kyle Deitz, Wiseman’s feature debut is a stylish thriller that launched at regional festivals in 2024; what must have seemed near-future about it then seems almost too present-day in 2026.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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Every summer, stylish crowds congregate along France’s southeastern shores, seduced by the glamorous promise of the French Riviera, spending their days sipping overpriced cocktails at the high-end resorts that line its sandy beaches as if plucked straight from a Slim Aarons photo.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The memory foam insole is a dream for long travel days, and the slip-on design makes breezing through TSA feel almost luxurious.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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Solid Face Cleanser combines gentle yet effective ingredients for a luxurious cleansing experience.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The purse is made from sleek, faux leather and comes with a detachable and adjustable crossbody strap (in addition to the top handle) for styling versatility.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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The sleek staging, highlighted by a moving lighting beam that ran the length of the catwalk and three overhead video screens that faced each side of the arena, benefited from frequently frantic lights that added more drama to Welch’s story songs.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2026
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Dec-aura points are the decor version—the design, decoration, and styling motifs that elevate a space into something undeniably chic, magnetic, and inviting.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
22 Apr. 2026
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Streamlined silhouettes from bandeau bikinis to classic maillots are extra chic when outlined with a contrasting trim.—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Next month, the deluxe version of the Midnight Sun album drops, called Girls Trip.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
19 Apr. 2026
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The ground-level studio apartment, which serves as a deluxe guest suite, has its own kitchen, full bathroom, and washer/dryer unit.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
20 Mar. 2026
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Things came to a head in 2014 when Pethő broke a story about the lavish expenses of a minister in Orbán’s government.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
19 Apr. 2026
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Crundwell used the money to finance her quarter horse business and lavish lifestyle, according to the FBI.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Posh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posh. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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