as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
an upmarket restaurant that is quite pricey but also quite good
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Recent Examples of upmarket
The French hospitality giant that pioneered the concept in 1950 has spent the past two decades nudging it steadily upmarket, phasing out its midscale portfolio and focusing exclusively on premium properties, often in more complex categories.
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Ashlea Halpern, Time, 30 Apr. 2026
The deep sense of Sweden’s hallmark design here isn’t the only attraction, with the property centrally located in Östermalm, one of the city’s most stylish neighborhoods known for its restaurants, bars, and upmarket boutiques.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Steak, yes, but wagyu rendered as upmarket steak frites.
—Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 22 Apr. 2026
Both companies offer upmarket products that are slightly more insulated from pricing pain.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
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Ashlea Halpern, Time, 30 Apr. 2026
The deep sense of Sweden’s hallmark design here isn’t the only attraction, with the property centrally located in Östermalm, one of the city’s most stylish neighborhoods known for its restaurants, bars, and upmarket boutiques.
—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Steak, yes, but wagyu rendered as upmarket steak frites.
—Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 22 Apr. 2026
Both companies offer upmarket products that are slightly more insulated from pricing pain.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upmarket
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This year’s Royal Ascot is officially underway in England, and the royal family's latest addition—Harriet Sperling—gave a fashionable nod to Kate Middleton with her light blue ensemble.—
Staff Author,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
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The costumes are more fantastical than grittily realistic as well, with a hip Steampunk vibe that’s more fashionable than purely Victorian.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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Evening dining features an elegant dress code, with the exception of the casual lobster bake held on Fridays.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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These summer-flowering bulbs produce elegant, tall spikes of flowers that contrast well with the more traditional bloom shapes of dahlias.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
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That's why rich girl hair colors are a calling card for those who favor an upscale aesthetic, or at least a beauty look that creates the illusion of luxury.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
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Steelpointe Harbor recently created 420 luxury waterfront apartments, a marina and the upscale Boca Oyster Bar, with a six-story Marriott Residence Inn under construction and as many as 800 more apartments possible in the future.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2026
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Miniso aims to bring the element of surprise to each visit, according to its website, combining new arrivals with seasonal good and exclusive collaborations.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
21 June 2026
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Mumbai, India — Burning sandalwood thickens the air in a room that’s so exclusive only a vanishingly small number of people are allowed to enter.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Upmarket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upmarket. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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