: of superior quality or status

Examples of high-class in a Sentence

had some surprisingly high-class food at the church supper
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The shape of the tumblers helps capture the aroma of the liquor inside for maximum enjoyment, and the accompanying wood stand contributes to the high-class vibes of this set — a stellar addition to any whiskey aficionado’s bar cabinet. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 May 2025 These are high-class television shows with esteemed producers: Rian Johnson, writer-director of the Knives Out films, created Poker Face, while much of The Pitt creative team first worked together on the all-time-classic medical drama ER. Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2025 The king-sized tiled plunge pool felt like the most high-class way to relax in a surf town. David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2025 Founded in Nashville in 1925 and today the longest-running live broadcast show in the world, despite its rootsy image, the Opry is a high-class, high-tech operation, running with a smooth professionalism and a welcoming attitude. Jem Aswad, Variety, 29 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for high-class

Word History

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high-class was in 1833

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“High-class.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-class. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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