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 industry's costs ballooned after Covid, as customer tastes changed for more upmarket offerings and international destinations.
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Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 24 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
In many eyes, the Atlas has simply become more like its sister SUV, the Audi Q7, which is supposed to be the more upmarket model.
—New Atlas, 10 Apr. 2026
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Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 24 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
In many eyes, the Atlas has simply become more like its sister SUV, the Audi Q7, which is supposed to be the more upmarket model.
—New Atlas, 10 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for upmarket
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upmarket
Adjective
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Lakeside or beachside, this flowy poncho top and mini skirt set is a fashionable look for daytime exploration.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Ahead, shop more of my mom’s Quince shoe picks for looking fashionable while staying comfortable.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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The bottoms don’t just feel more elegant, but are a quick way to make outfits appear upscale whether they’re styled with a T-shirt and sneakers or a button-up shirt and ballet flats.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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The palate is velvety and elegant, balancing weight with restraint.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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That's about as touching as a Mother's Day visit to an upscale steakhouse gets.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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There's also a really classic Polish restaurant—like an upscale restaurant that's so, so fancy.—
Bridget Knowles,
Condé Nast Traveler,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 May 2026
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Inside lies an exclusive self-winding chronograph (JCAA05) that provides a power reserve of 48 hours.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Upmarket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upmarket. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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