swanky

Meanings

• adjective

  adjective meaning luxurious, stylish, and fashionable

  - "She wore a swanky new dress to the gala."
  - "The swanky hotel suite came with a private pool."
  - "The swanky restaurant served exquisite dishes."

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Synonyms

swank , swankish

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with swanky
ranky , hanky , blanky

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Variants

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swank , swanker , swankest , swankier , swankiest , swankily , swankiness , swankinesses , swanky

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Etymology

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Originally used to describe a well-fed, showy horse, later transferred to a person of similar style and elegance.

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Trivia

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1. Swanky is derived from the Dutch word 'swank,' which means 'to prance or strut.'

2. Swanky was first used in English in the late 1800s.

3. Swanky is often used interchangeably with the word 'posh.'

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Related Concepts

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1. luxury: Swanky is closely related to the concept of luxury. Both words describe an abundance of material comforts and high-end amenities.

2. fashion: Swanky is also associated with the world of fashion. It can be used to describe stylish clothing, accessories, or trends.

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Culture

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Swanky is often used to describe luxurious or stylish environments, people, or things. It has been used extensively in literature and art to depict the wealthy and fashionable. For instance, F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel 'The Great Gatsby' is filled with descriptions of swanky parties and extravagant lifestyles.

How to Memorize "swanky"

1. visualize
   

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2. associate
   

   - Associate the word swanky with luxury, elegance, and style to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'Swanky' as an acronym for 'Stylish, Wealthy, and Nattily Attired Can Yield Pleasure' to help remember its meaning.

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