swanky

[swang-kee]

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adjective, swank·i·er, swank·i·est.

elegant or ostentatious; swank.

Origin of swanky

First recorded in 1835–45; swank¹ + -y¹

Related formsswank·i·ly, adverbswank·i·ness, noun

Synonyms for swanky

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stylish, chic, smart, fashionable.

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Related Words for swanky

splashy, swank, posh, fashionable, sumptuous, fancy, luxurious, classy, trendy, stylish, deluxe, ritzy, chichi, exclusive, expensive, flamboyant, flashy, glamorous, grand, lavish

British Dictionary definitions for swanky

swanky

adjective swankier or swankiest informal

expensive and showy; stylisha swanky hotel

boastful or conceited

Derived Formsswankily, adverbswankiness, noun

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Word Origin and History for swanky

adj.

1842, from swank + -y (2).