Ritz
noun
A state of elegance or luxury, often associated with wealth and sophistication.
The gala event was a real ritz, attracting celebrities from around the world.
Usage tips
Formal
ritz gala,living in ritz,ritz lifestyle
noun
A place or event that is fashionable and elegant; extravagant in nature.
The party at the mansion had all the ritz one could hope for.
Usage tips
Informal
all that ritz,adding a ritz,full of ritz
noun
A state of elegance or luxury, often associated with wealth and sophistication.
The gala event was a real ritz, attracting celebrities from around the world.
Usage tips
Formal
ritz gala,living in ritz,ritz lifestyle
noun
A place or event that is fashionable and elegant; extravagant in nature.
The party at the mansion had all the ritz one could hope for.
Usage tips
Informal
all that ritz,adding a ritz,full of ritz
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Reference
The term 'ritz' is rooted in historical luxury, often linked to famous hotels and affluent lifestyles.
Many upscale places boast a 'ritz' factor, attracting those seeking glamour.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Use
People often use 'ritz' to describe something fancy or lavish in a light-hearted way.
After the renovation, the restaurant had a real ritz about it.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Sometimes 'ritz' is used to critique pretentiousness.
While it looks extravagant, the service was surprisingly lacking, proving the ritz was just for show.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Reference
The term 'ritz' is rooted in historical luxury, often linked to famous hotels and affluent lifestyles.
Many upscale places boast a 'ritz' factor, attracting those seeking glamour.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Use
People often use 'ritz' to describe something fancy or lavish in a light-hearted way.
After the renovation, the restaurant had a real ritz about it.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Sometimes 'ritz' is used to critique pretentiousness.
While it looks extravagant, the service was surprisingly lacking, proving the ritz was just for show.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Reference
The term 'ritz' is rooted in historical luxury, often linked to famous hotels and affluent lifestyles.
Many upscale places boast a 'ritz' factor, attracting those seeking glamour.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Use
People often use 'ritz' to describe something fancy or lavish in a light-hearted way.
After the renovation, the restaurant had a real ritz about it.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Sometimes 'ritz' is used to critique pretentiousness.
While it looks extravagant, the service was surprisingly lacking, proving the ritz was just for show.
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