posh

[pɒʃ]

posh Definition

  • 1elegant, fashionable, and expensive
  • 2typical of or belonging to the upper class

Using posh: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "posh" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She always wears posh clothes.

  • Example

    They live in a posh neighborhood.

  • Example

    The hotel was very posh and luxurious.

posh Synonyms and Antonyms

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Antonyms for posh

Phrases with posh

  • an accent that is typical of or associated with the upper class in Britain

    Example

    He spoke with a posh accent that made him sound very refined.

  • a nickname for Victoria Beckham, a former member of the Spice Girls and a fashion designer known for her elegant style

    Example

    Posh Spice was always the most stylish member of the group.

  • posh frocks

    expensive and elegant dresses, typically worn on formal occasions

    Example

    The guests were all dressed in their posh frocks for the wedding.

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Summary: posh in Brief

'Posh' [pɒʃ] describes something that is elegant, fashionable, and expensive, often associated with the upper class. It can refer to clothing, neighborhoods, or hotels, as in 'She always wears posh clothes.' 'Posh' can also be used to describe a person, as in 'They live in a posh neighborhood.'

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