Synonyms for

Haute

Verb / həʊt / / hʌt / Another word for haute — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Haute means high-class or fashionable.

Synonyms & similar words

high-class elegant chic fashionable stylish posh sophisticated refined classy exquisite fancy luxurious opulent sumptuous swanky tony trendy upmarket urbane glamorous

Synonyms by register

Formal

high-fashion couture

Informal

fancy posh upscale swanky

Literary

exalted lofty

Antonyms

low common ordinary humble simple unpretentious

Common collocations

  • haute couture
  • haute cuisine
  • haute mode
  • haute boheme
  • haute école
  • haute couture fashion

Word family

adjective haute

Usage note

Haute is a French word meaning 'high' and is primarily used in English in the context of fashion (haute couture) and fine dining (haute cuisine). It implies a high level of quality, exclusivity, and sophistication.

Example sentences

  1. The restaurant served haute cuisine that was delicious.
  2. She wore a haute couture gown to the ball.
  3. The hotel was decorated in a very haute style.
  4. The designer's latest collection was full of haute fashions.
  5. The wealthy couple only stayed in haute hotels when they traveled.

Quotes

  • Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening. - Coco Chanel
  • Elegance is not standing out, but being remembered. - Giorgio Armani
  • I have always believed that fashion was not only to make women more beautiful, but also to reassure them, give them confidence. - Yves Saint Laurent

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