recherché

adjective

rə-ˌsher-ˈshā How to pronounce recherché (audio)
Definition of recherchénext
as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste a high-end restaurant with a particularly recherché selection of wines

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recherché
  1. elegant
  2. exquisite
  3. rare
  4. select
  5. fine
  6. dainty
  7. excellent
Adjective
  • The food at the elegant Waterside Restaurant, whose walls, carpets and curtains are appealingly decorated with wavy designs, is top-notch.
    James Rampton, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Traditional high tea comes with the requisite scones accompanied by Devonshire cream and elegant mini sandwiches, some filled with truffle cream cheese.
    Kathy A. McDonald, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • Carmello, a three-time Tony nominee, delivers an exquisite performance, equal parts gawky and wise, a tender-hearted girl feeling every slight but also always slightly above the fray.
    Karen D'Souza, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Mind Games came onto the scene with a roar, introducing 10 exquisite extraits with its Artisan Collection.
    Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of exquisite
Adjective
  • Because of its class-leading functionality, polish, and usability, Photoshop earns a rare five-star rating and our Editors' Choice award.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
  • This is the rare case that law enforcement wanted to go viral.
    Aja Romano, Vox, 11 Nov. 2024
Definition of rare
Adjective
  • Aldi and Market Basket are among the select retailers impacted by the Savencia Cheese recall, according to the FDA.
    Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Related Articles Despite negative returns for A-share apparel brands from January to August, a select few such as Bosideng and Semir achieved double-digit net profit growth in the third quarter.
    Li Jun, WWD, 3 Nov. 2024
Definition of select
Adjective
  • But, in the final moments of season 5, episode 6, it is revealed that while Nancy's lump was fine, the same could not be said for Tommy, who got tested in solidarity.
    Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 5 Nov. 2024
  • While his mom and dad knew something was wrong, doctors said Elijah was fine — then he was diagnosed with a brain tumor.
    Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of fine
Adjective
  • One is a dog, one is a daintier version of Reynolds himself, one is a Lady Deadpool, and another is emblazoned with the green colors and red dragon of the Welsh flag.
    Christian Holub, EW.com, 29 July 2024
  • This Diamond Initial Necklace from Sarah O is dainty, beautiful, sparkly, and pairs super well with other pieces.
    Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 10 Jan. 2024
Definition of dainty
Adjective
  • North Carolina State University researchers found that deer movement can be excellent the last hour of daylight during the last-quarter phase of the moon.
    Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
  • The improved adaptive cruise control is excellent at slow speeds and in stop-and-go traffic.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of excellent
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“Recherché.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recherch%C3%A9. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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