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Definition of swank

swank

/ˈswæŋk/
swank
Adverb:swankily
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Adjective:swanky
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Past Simple:swanked
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Past Participle:swanked
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Present Participle:swanking
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swank Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Impressively stylish, luxurious, or expensive (informal).

Example

"They celebrated their anniversary at a swank downtown hotel."

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• noun

1

Ostentatious or pretentious display in behavior, dress, or manner; swagger.

Example

"Despite his sudden wealth, he never indulged in pomp or swank."

2

Stylish elegance or high-class luxury.

Example

"The newly renovated lounge exudes vintage Hollywood swank."

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• verb

1

To behave or dress in an ostentatious, boastful, or showy manner; to show off (informal).

Example

"He loved to swank around town in his expensive new convertible."

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• Rhymes for swank

• Nearby Words

swampy
swan
swan river
swank
swankiness
swanky
swanlike

Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in early 19th-century British regional dialects, the word is likely related to Middle High German 'swanken' (to sway or swagger) and Old English 'swancor' (supple or agile).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Swank. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/swank
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