HIGH-END Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

high-end

adjective

ˈhī-ˈend

Definition of high-end

as in fashionable

appealing to affluent consumers a high-end haberdashery that serves its clients by appointment only

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as in expensive

commanding a large price high-end digital cameras intended for professionals and serious amateurs

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Recent Examples of high-end Few television shows have reshaped high-end tourism quite like The White Lotus. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026 On this episode of Mark the Spot, our host Temi brings Afritina along in the Lincoln Nautilus® Hybrid to visit D for Dapper, their favorite spot in Dallas for men’s resale and high-end vintage. — Vibe, VIBE.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Klein said none of the ultra-high-end rentals are publicly listed and are instead offered quietly to wealthy clients through a small network of high-end brokers. — Robert Frank, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, Apple has largely ceded the frontier AI model market to competitors such as Google and OpenAI, choosing for now to focus on delivering the new technology through its high-end hardware. — Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high-end

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Adjective

From Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka to Naomi Osaka and Novak Djokovic, the biggest stars in tennis traded their on-court kits for some highly fashionable attire.

— Paul Chi, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
Packed to the rafters with fashionable Western clothing and accessories, Maverick Fine Western Wear is a must-stop shop in the heart of the Stockyards.

— Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of fashionable

Adjective

According to materials provided to CNBC, Google has also directly targeted Microsoft and Anthropic, claiming their recurring seat fees and separate product licenses make their offerings more expensive and less flexible.

— MacKenzie Sigalos,Drew Troast, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
These Mocoly hiking pants have a slightly sportier look about them without the expensive price tag.

— Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of expensive

Adjective

Supporters say shifting unproductive cropland to clean energy will help California meet its 100% renewable power goal, while farm groups warn of losing valuable agricultural land.

— Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
An optional trundle addition can double its capacity without taking up more valuable square footage.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of valuable

Adjective

So far, the price spikes are concentrated in a few upscale neighborhoods.

— Jennifer Ludden, NPR, 1 Sep. 2026
This has your typical upscale open-concept kitchen (lots of storage space, top-shelf appliances, and marble countertops), and the adjacent dining nook leads out to a private balcony.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of upscale

Adjective

Shop more outlet deals below, including an elegant candleholder, a luxe ottoman, and slim patio sofa.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2026
The Queen size bed feels huge, there's plenty of light, sumptuous extra seating and an overall elegant Georgian style feel.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of elegant

Adjective

During Parcells’ reign over the Dolphins, players who made a costly error on game day often showed up for work the next day to find out they were fired.

— Omar Kelly August 30, Miami Herald, 30 Aug. 2026
The floods will likely change that outlook, squeezing a country that’s heavily dependent on tourism while forcing a costly period of reconstruction.

— Ishaan Tharoor, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026

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