Synonyms for

Plush

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

Definition

Plush means something that is very soft and comfortable, usually used to describe fabrics or toys.

Synonyms & similar words

plushy lavish lucullan lush soft cushy cozy comfortable luxurious velvet suede furry chinchilla velour mink cashmere satin downy fluffy silky plume feathery tender moist

Synonyms by register

Formal

luxurious sumptuous opulent lavish

Informal

fancy rich deluxe swanky

Literary

velvety silken downy

Antonyms

thin sparse scanty meager plain rough coarse

Common collocations

  • plush carpet
  • plush toy
  • plush interior
  • plush velvet
  • plush seating
  • plush fabric
  • plush surroundings

Word family

noun plushness
adjective plush

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe something soft, luxurious, and expensive, often referring to textiles or interiors. Can also be used informally to describe something very good or impressive.

Example sentences

  1. The cat loved to curl up on the plush rug in front of the fireplace.
  2. The movie theater had plush seats with cup holders.
  3. The princess's dress was made of plush velvet.
  4. The hotel had plush towels and robes for its guests.
  5. The teddy bear was made of plush fur and had a cute little bow around its neck.

Quotes

  • I like my money where I can see it - hanging in my closet. - Carrie Bradshaw
  • I don't do fashion. I am fashion. - Coco Chanel
  • 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

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