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swank Synonyms

Another word for swank

Choosing another word for swank depends on context, so the 21 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Impressively stylish, luxurious, or expensive (informal).

Usage Example

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

Strongest
swanky
posh
ritzy
Strong
plush
upscale
lavish
chic

• noun (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
ostentation
Strong
swagger
showiness
pretentiousness
flamboyance

• noun (Context 3)

Stylish elegance or high-class luxury.

Usage Example

"The newly renovated lounge exudes vintage Hollywood elegance."

Strong
elegance
glamour
panache
luxury
chic

• verb (Context 4)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
show off
swagger
Strong
strut
boast
brag
posture

Opposites of swank

The opposite of swank shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

shabby
shabbiness
modesty
humility
plainness
dowdy
seedy
understatement
See all opposites of swank

• Nearby Words

swampland
swampy
swan
swank
swankiness
swanky
swanlike

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Swank. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/swank
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