luxurious

adjective

lux·​u·​ri·​ous (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs 

(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-

1

: characterized by opulence, sumptuousness, or rich abundance : of, relating to, or marked by luxury

luxurious accommodations

2

: pleasure loving : fond of luxury or self-indulgence

luxurious tastes

luxurious feeling

3

: of the finest and richest kind

luxurious cashmeres

a luxurious chocolate sauce

4

: lecherous

luxuriously adverb

luxuriousness noun

Synonyms of luxurious

• deluxe
• luxury
• luxuriant
• lavish
• beautiful
• sumptuous

Choose the Right Synonym for luxurious

sensuous, sensual, luxurious, voluptuous mean relating to or providing pleasure through gratification of the senses.

sensuous implies gratification of the senses for the sake of aesthetic pleasure.

the sensuous delights of great music

sensual tends to imply the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of the physical appetites as ends in themselves.

a life devoted to sensual pleasures

luxurious suggests the indulgence of sensuous pleasure inducing bodily ease and languor.

a luxurious hotel

voluptuous implies more strongly an abandonment especially to sensual pleasure.

a voluptuous feast

Examples of luxurious in a Sentence

one of the country's most luxurious resorts

a store that caters to the luxurious tastes of the rich

Recent Examples on the Web

Midway through the interviews, Magyar had abruptly cancelled the rest and returned to his hotel, one far more luxurious than mine, on an imposing hilltop on the other side of town. —Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 9 May 2026

Unveiled in 2021, the 102 Corsaro Super is based on the popular 100 Corsaro but is longer and more luxurious. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 May 2026

Steer clear of impracticable, luxurious purchases that might tempt you. —Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 8 May 2026

The casino, the beach and a luxurious hotel are all settings for the third chapter, which brings new characters into the family’s lives. —Denise Petski, Deadline, 7 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4

Rhymes for luxurious

• usurious

Kids Definition

luxurious

adjective

lux·​u·​ri·​ous (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs 

(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-

1

: fond of luxury

2

: of, relating to, or marked by luxury

luxuriously adverb

luxuriousness noun