Ritzy

Pronunciation: /ˈrɪtsi/

Definitions of ritzy

adjective fancy or luxurious in a showy way

Example Sentences

A1 The ritzy hotel had a luxurious swimming pool.

A2 She felt out of place in the ritzy restaurant with her casual attire.

B1 The ritzy neighborhood was known for its expensive mansions.

B2 The ritzy gala was attended by celebrities and socialites.

C1 The ritzy yacht club was exclusive and membership was highly sought after.

C2 The ritzy event was a showcase of opulence and extravagance.

Examples of ritzy in a Sentence

formal The ritzy hotel was adorned with luxurious chandeliers and marble floors.

informal We scored an invite to the ritzy party at the mansion on the hill.

slang She always acts so ritzy with her designer clothes and fancy car.

figurative The ritzy neighborhood seemed like a different world compared to the humble town we came from.

Grammatical Forms of ritzy

• past tense: ritzyed
• plural: ritzies
• comparative: ritzier
• superlative: ritziest
• present tense: ritzy
• future tense: will be ritzy
• perfect tense: have been ritzy
• continuous tense: is being ritzy
• singular: ritzy
• positive degree: ritzy
• infinitive: to be ritzy
• gerund: ritzying
• participle: ritzyed

Origin and Evolution of ritzy

First Known Use: 1920 year

Language of Origin: American English

Story behind the word: The word 'ritzy' is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something luxurious or elegant, the word 'ritzy' has evolved to also connote a sense of ostentation or showiness.