high-class
Americanadjective
adjective
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of very good quality; superior
a high-class grocer
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belonging to, associated with, or exhibiting the characteristics of an upper social class
a high-class lady
a high-class prostitute
Etymology
Origin of high-class
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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Despite its status as a worldwide cultural destination thanks to its high-class classical music and museums, Vienna has largely been spared the nuisance of mass tourism.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
In fact, many savers have too much cash, which sounds like a high-class problem.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
By contrast, as the tense, excitable Jake, Law doesn’t generate much warmth, or make you believe he’s actually capable of opening a high-class midtown restaurant.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2025
Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak are two high-class players who are Champions League-ready.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2025
Many boys were pledged or even married in their early teens, and some, where the uniting of high-class families was at issue, to older girls.
From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks
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