as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
a new upscale shopping center is under construction on the west end of town
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Recent Examples of upscale
With its centuries-long history as a destination for the elite, Capri feels a bit more upscale and glamorous, with designer boutiques and the people who shop at them.
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Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
In addition to the Old Town Triangle, Old Town also includes the vibrant business strip along Wells Street south to Division Street — once the center of hippie counterculture, today an upscale retail district.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 14 June 2026
For example, upscale sculptural speakers are meant to be seen as well as experienced, while others might be tucked into bookshelves or otherwise incorporated into the room for that home theater immersion.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026
Costa Med is another upscale option with plenty of seafood and Mediterranean flavors.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
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Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
In addition to the Old Town Triangle, Old Town also includes the vibrant business strip along Wells Street south to Division Street — once the center of hippie counterculture, today an upscale retail district.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 14 June 2026
For example, upscale sculptural speakers are meant to be seen as well as experienced, while others might be tucked into bookshelves or otherwise incorporated into the room for that home theater immersion.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026
Costa Med is another upscale option with plenty of seafood and Mediterranean flavors.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
Adjective
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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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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
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Shares of South Korea's major department-store operators have also rallied alongside growing expectations that high-end consumption will strengthen.—
Lim Hui Jie,Blair Baek,
CNBC,
20 June 2026
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Mixing furniture styles and adding vintage pieces creates a more dynamic and high-end look.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
20 June 2026
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The small gear selector feels disappointingly flimsy considering the otherwise upmarket presentation.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Ralph Lauren continues to execute well on its elevation strategy, moving upmarket, reducing wholesale dependence, and growing its direct-to-consumer business.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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“Upscale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upscale. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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