Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bougie
Adjective
boo-ZHEE
Definition
Bougie is an adjective used to describe someone who is perceived as being pretentious, snobbish, or overly concerned with social status and luxury.
Examples
- She moved to a bougie neighborhood to be closer to the trendy cafes and boutiques.
- His bougie tastes in food made him hard to please when dining out.
- They hosted a bougie party complete with gourmet catering and lavish decorations.
Meaning
The term often implies that a person is trying to show off their wealth or sophistication, sometimes in a way that seems inauthentic or excessive.
Synonyms
- Snobbish
- Ostentatious
- Elitist
- Posh
