Recherche

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /rəˈʃɛrʃ/

Definitions of recherche

adjective a French word meaning refined or elegant, often used to describe something as sophisticated or high-class

Example Sentences

A1 The restaurant had a recherche menu with fancy dishes.

A2 She was impressed by the recherche decorations in the hotel lobby.

B1 The boutique offered a selection of recherche clothing items.

B2 The art gallery featured a collection of recherche paintings from famous artists.

C1 The author's writing style is known for its recherche vocabulary and intricate prose.

C2 The scientist's research was considered recherche due to its groundbreaking findings.

Examples of recherche in a Sentence

formal The research team conducted a recherche study on the effects of climate change.

informal I did some recherche on the best restaurants in town before making a reservation.

slang I'm not sure about that, let me do some recherche and get back to you.

figurative His mind was a labyrinth of recherche thoughts and ideas.

Grammatical Forms of recherche

past tense

researched

plural

recherches

comparative

more recherche

superlative

most recherche

present tense

researches

future tense

will research

perfect tense

have researched

continuous tense

is researching

singular

recherche

positive degree

recherche

infinitive

to research

gerund

researching

participle

researched

Origin and Evolution of recherche

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The word 'recherche' originated from French, derived from the verb 'rechercher' meaning 'to search' or 'to seek'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of searching or seeking, the word 'recherche' has evolved to connote something rare, exotic, or refined, often used in the context of high-quality or exclusive items or experiences.