Synonyms for

Posh

Verb / pɑ:ʃ / Another word for posh — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Posh means elegant, fashionable, and stylish.

Synonyms & similar words

swish classy classy chic stylish smart sophisticated elegant fashionable trendy swanky snazzy upmarket glamorous exclusive luxurious refined high-end sleek modish fancy ornate

Synonyms by register

Formal

luxurious elegant sophisticated opulent

Informal

fancy swanky ritzy classy

Literary

sumptuous grand aristocratic

Antonyms

common ordinary plain simple unpretentious humble modest

Common collocations

  • posh hotel
  • posh restaurant
  • posh accent
  • posh area
  • posh clothes
  • posh lifestyle
  • posh party

Word family

adjective posh
adverb poshly

Usage note

Posh is primarily used to describe something or someone that is expensive, elegant, and upper-class. It can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation of being ostentatious or snobbish.

Example sentences

  1. The hotel we stayed in was very posh and had a beautiful view of the city.
  2. She always dresses in posh clothes and looks very stylish.
  3. Their posh lifestyle allowed them to travel the world and stay in luxurious hotels.
  4. The fancy restaurant had a posh atmosphere and served delicious food.
  5. My aunt's house is so posh, it looks like something out of a magazine.

Quotes

  • I'm a posh blonde beach bunny.
  • I'm still posh spice. I'm still a Spice Girl at heart.
  • I'm not a fashion icon. I'm just a normal girl who likes to shop and dress up, and I'm not even posh.

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