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high-class

[ ˈhaɪˌklæs ]

Adjective

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luxury lifestyle

Of superior quality or sophistication, often associated with wealth and luxury. High-class products are usually more expensive due to their premium materials and craftsmanship.

Synonyms

elegant, luxurious, sophisticated, upscale.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
high-class	Used to describe something or someone that belongs to the highest social or economic levels, often with a focus on affluence and quality. The high-class restaurant requires reservations months in advance Her high-class manners impressed everyone at the gala
luxurious	Refers to something that provides extreme comfort and pleasure, typically connoting expense and opulence. They stayed in a luxurious suite during their vacation This brand is known for its luxurious skin care products
upscale	Describes something that is expensive and designed to appeal to affluent consumers, often implying high quality. They moved to an upscale neighborhood with better schools The upscale boutique offers a unique shopping experience
elegant	Describes something that is tastefully luxurious and refined, often simple yet sophisticated in appearance or design. She wore an elegant black dress to the formal event The elegant décor of the hotel room made it stand out
sophisticated	Used to describe something that is advanced, complex, and cultured, often implying a high level of education or worldly experience. She is very sophisticated, always up-to-date on the latest trends The new software has a sophisticated interface

Examples of usage

She always stays at high-class hotels when she travels.
The high-class restaurant served the most exquisite dishes.

Translations

Translations of the word "high-class" in other languages:

🇵🇹 de alta classe

🇮🇳 उच्च श्रेणी

🇩🇪 erstklassig

🇮🇩 kelas tinggi

🇺🇦 висококласний

🇵🇱 wysokiej klasy

🇯🇵 高級

🇫🇷 de haute classe

🇪🇸 de alta clase

🇹🇷 yüksek sınıf

🇰🇷 고급

🇸🇦 راقٍ

🇨🇿 vysoké třídy

🇸🇰 vysokej triedy

🇨🇳 高档

🇸🇮 visokega razreda

🇮🇸 háklassa

🇰🇿 жоғары сынып

🇬🇪 მაღალი კლასის

🇦🇿 yüksək sinif

🇲🇽 de alta clase

Etymology

The term 'high-class' originated in the early 1900s and was used to describe individuals or things of superior quality or sophistication. It is often associated with wealth and luxury, indicating a certain level of refinement and exclusivity. Over the years, the term has been used to denote a luxurious lifestyle, premium products, and upscale services.