as in luxurious
given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires
after putting in long hours for months on end, she was ready for a sybaritic sojourn at some ridiculously expensive spa
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Recent Examples of sybaritic
In its archetypal form, the seduction plot features a sybaritic aristocrat who attempts to debauch an upstanding daughter of the bourgeoisie.
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Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
The gourmet scene is yet another aspect that makes Vienna a must-visit for sybaritic travelers.
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Cnt Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
The gourmet scene is yet another aspect that makes Vienna a must-visit for sybaritic travelers.
—
Cnt Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sybaritic
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Performance factors purposefully into the mix using soft, durable outdoor marine fabrics from Loro Piana, luxurious marine-grade leathers from Moore & Giles, sculptural plumbing fixtures from Dornbracht, and architectural hardware from Joseph Giles.
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Built on a hillside overlooking Vila Nova de Gaia (where most of the old-line port merchants are located) and the Douro River, the luxurious 82-room hotel gets its identity from the local wine trade.
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The Grammy Award-winning artist wore a sensual red dress from the designer’s spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection.
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Warm and sensual, but with a somewhat fresh, floral drydown.
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After learning of an evil rock promoter’s plan to use heavy metal to keep society sedated in a cycle of hedonistic pleasure, a stylish metallic alien arrives on Earth to save humanity and rock out!
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One of the main suspects was George Hodel, a doctor who was friends with a number of celebrities and reportedly held hedonistic parties.
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“Sybaritic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sybaritic. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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