luxury

lux·u·ry

noun \ˈlək-sh(ə-)rē, -zh(ə-)rē\

plural lux·u·ries

Definition of LUXURY

1

archaic : lechery, lust

2

: a condition of abundance or great ease and comfort : sumptuous environment <lived in luxury>

3

a : something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary <one of life's luxuries> b : an indulgence in something that provides pleasure, satisfaction, or ease <had the luxury of rejecting a handful of job offers — Terri Minsky>

— luxury adjective

Examples of LUXURY

1. He spent a fortune on expensive wines and other luxuries.
2. Right now a new car is a luxury that I can't afford.
3. On my salary, I can afford few luxuries.
4. We were lucky to have the luxury of choosing from among several good options.
5. We can't afford the luxury of waiting any longer.

Origin of LUXURY

Middle English luxurie, from Anglo-French luxorie, from Latin luxuria rankness, luxury, excess; akin to Latin luxus luxury, excess

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to LUXURY

Synonyms: amenity, comfort, extra, frill, indulgence, superfluity

Antonyms: basic, essential, fundamental, must, necessity, requirement

Related Words: extravagance, nonessential; dainty, delicacy, nicety, treat; accessory (also accessary), accoutrement (or accouterment), bells and whistles, option

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