tony
Translation
posh, stylish, upmarket
Examples
They live in a tony neighborhood.
They live in a posh neighbourhood.
It's a tony restaurant popular with celebrities.
It's a posh restaurant popular with celebrities.
Grammar Patterns
a tony ((noun)) a stylish/fashionable (noun) They bought a tony flat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: posh, chic, stylish; Antonyms: shabby, unfashionable
Etymology
Possibly from 'tone' in the sense of 'high tone' or 'good form', indicating high social standing.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Tony Awards' for theatre, which are a very glamorous and high-class event.