Swankier: meaning, definitions and examples
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swankier
[ ˈswæŋki ]
describing style
Swankier is the comparative form of the adjective 'swanky,' which describes something that is stylish, luxurious, or expensive in appearance or manner. It implies an element of ostentation or showiness, often used to refer to establishments, attire, or lifestyles that are marked by a conspicuous display of wealth or sophistication. When something is described as swankier, it is often contrasted with something more plain or modest, emphasizing its elevated status or attractiveness.
Synonyms
more luxurious, more ostentatious, more stylish.
Examples of usage
- She wore a swankier dress to the gala than last year.
- The swankier restaurant in town has a dress code.
- His new car is swankier than my old one.
- This hotel is swankier compared to the budget option we stayed at.
Translations
Translations of the word "swankier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais chique
🇮🇳 ज़्यादा स्टाइलिश
🇩🇪 schicker
🇮🇩 lebih bergaya
🇺🇦 більш стильний
🇵🇱 bardziej elegancki
🇯🇵 よりスタイリッシュな
🇫🇷 plus chic
🇪🇸 más elegante
🇹🇷 daha şık
🇰🇷 더 세련된
🇸🇦 أكثر أناقة
🇨🇿 stylovější
🇸🇰 viac štýlový
🇨🇳 更时尚的
🇸🇮 bolj elegantno
🇮🇸 meira glæsilegu
🇰🇿 одан да стильді
🇬🇪 მრავალფეროვანი
🇦🇿 daha dəbli
🇲🇽 más elegante
Etymology
The word 'swanky' is believed to have originated in the early 19th century, specifically around the 1840s. Its roots can be traced back to the slang term 'swank,' which means to show off or display ostentatiously. This term may itself have connections to the word 'swank' pointing towards a boastful demeanor or lifestyle. 'Swanky' began to be widely used to describe places or items that reflect a high style or luxuriousness. Over time, its comparative form 'swankier' emerged to indicate an even greater degree of style or luxury. The evolution of the term reflects cultural shifts towards an appreciation for luxury and fashion, particularly in urban settings where such distinctions became a matter of social identity.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,874, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.