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
The Fairmont Olympic stands out in an informal city for being unapologetically posh.
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Harry Cheadle, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026
Below, shop the best little black dresses inspired by Michele’s posh, minimalist look for under $60 at Amazon, including knee-length, midi, and maxi options.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
Fennell has deep Sloane roots as the daughter of Theo Fennell, jeweler to the posh denizens of West London whose designs have been worn by Sloanes — or wannabes — for decades.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
This Petal & Pup matching set is both posh and practical.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 23 May 2026
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Harry Cheadle, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026
Below, shop the best little black dresses inspired by Michele’s posh, minimalist look for under $60 at Amazon, including knee-length, midi, and maxi options.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
Fennell has deep Sloane roots as the daughter of Theo Fennell, jeweler to the posh denizens of West London whose designs have been worn by Sloanes — or wannabes — for decades.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
This Petal & Pup matching set is both posh and practical.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 23 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for posh
Adjective
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To truly put your most fashionable foot forward, spring for the splurge-worthy Rag & Bone Emilee Ballet Sneakers—the on-trend sneakerinas are now over $100 off.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2026
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This is an island that attracts a fashionable globetrotting crowd, and loyal St Regis fans—arguably one in the same.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Round it out with a stylish Béis belt bag to keep airport essentials close at hand, leaving you no excuse to hold up security, knowing the coveted carry is just under $30.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Zaya Wade is one stylish teenager!—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Ticket prices range from approximately $63 for the most basic type of accommodation in off-peak times to $334 for the most luxurious suites during peak seasons.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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Today, Sagamore belongs to the Opal Collection, which has luxurious properties up and down the East Coast.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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The rooms 77 villas, all spacious, sleek and polished in varying shades of oak.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Jebran is recommending relaxed yet sleek jeans that are great for all sorts of wear.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
31 May 2026
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Pick up some chic homewares at José Ignacio design store Mutate, which is where architect Pérez sourced many items.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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Everyone from Audrey Hepburn and Dua Lipa to Princess Diana and Meghan Markle have stayed loyal to their watch collections throughout history — approaching the practical-yet-chic investments as the ultimate way to pull together an outfit and convey your good taste to onlookers.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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This list includes a deluxe poker set, golf balls, tackle bag and cozy robe, just to name a few options.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 June 2026
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The concept of releasing a deluxe album is often a tactical decision to keep an artist's name in the conversation and a de facto outlet for bonus material.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Organized by color, the book is chockablock with toothsome images of fashion legends, first ladies, pop stars, and lavish projects by the world’s leading designers and architects.—
Mayer Rus,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2026
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The movie’s first scene, in which the band plays a wedding at a lavish country estate, highlights his problem.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
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“Posh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posh. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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