well-heeled
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of well-heeled
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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Even his working-class credentials came under attack; the scion of a well-heeled family, Platner attended boarding school and got $200,000 from his dad to buy a house.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
Middle-class tourists are still holding out for travel deals, but the museum has increased its staff to accommodate strong demand from well-heeled visitors, Hemphill said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
We’ve already seen bullish corporate perspectives from retailers, credit card issuers and hotels; given Costco’s slightly more well-heeled core shoppers, there’s a decent chance it will echo that sentiment.
From Barron's ● May 26, 2026
The emergence of electric vehicles, hybrids and more fuel-efficient gasoline-powered vehicles is part of the reason, even as those fuel efficiencies are mostly reaped by the well-heeled Americans who can afford the newer cars.
From MarketWatch ● May 5, 2026
The light-filled mall, where Tegucigalpa’s well-heeled citizens shop, has beige marble floors, potted indoor palms, air-conditioning, and glass elevators.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
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