noun
- the quality of being elegant, luxurious, or associated with the upper class
Usage: chiefly British
Examples
- The poshness of the hotel impressed all the guests.
- She was uncomfortable with the poshness of her new neighborhood.
- The restaurant’s poshness was evident in its crystal chandeliers and velvet chairs.
- Despite his wealth, he avoided any display of poshness.
- The poshness of her accent made her stand out at the local school.
- They were attracted to the poshness of the exclusive club.