high-end

[hahy-end] / ˈhaɪˈɛnd /

ADJECTIVE

being the most sophisticated

Synonyms

STRONGEST

chic exclusive expensive sophisticated

STRONG

aristocratic classy cosmopolitan dashing elegant elite fancy fashionable posh refined ritzy sharp swank

WEAK

exorbitant luxuriant natty premium pricey

Antonyms

STRONGEST

budget inexpensive low-end

STRONG

cheap

WEAK

second-hand used

Example Sentences

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Advanced packaging, semiconductor substrates and high-end printed circuit boards are among areas that are becoming increasingly crucial, the portfolio specialist notes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Lie-flat seats in private pods face long waits for safety certifications, delaying debuts for carriers’ high-end offerings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

He was taught by his father who worked as a chef in "high-end" restaurants so he "grew up in a kitchen".

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Apple’s iPhone shipments are forecast to remain flat in 2026, defying a broader market slump, partly due to its high-end customer base.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

It was a high-end place with fountains and flagship stores.

From "Genuine Fraud" by E. Lockhart