palatial
adjective
pa·la·tial
pə-ˈlā-shəl 
1
: of, relating to, or being a palace
a palatial home
2
: suitable to a palace : magnificent
palatial furnishings
palatialness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of palatial in a Sentence
a palatial penthouse apartment
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The Mandarin Oriental’s palatial ballroom was packed with patrons, donors, artists, cultural leaders, curators, and staff of the Studio Museum in Harlem.
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Keyaira Boone, Essence, 14 May 2024
The 670-suite resort has 10 restaurants, 19 bars, a palatial spa, and lots of activities for kids.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024
Angerstein’s townhouse could hardly compete with other national museums like France’s palatial Louvre, so Parliament agreed to fund a new home for the gallery.
—Anne Wallentine, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 May 2024
The cityscape included impressive marble edifices built by the British and palatial homes constructed by the rich merchants and zamindars (landowners).
—Diya Kohli, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2024
Practicality blends with stunning finishes as the homes offer main level living with soaring ceilings, breathtaking lines, beautiful kitchens, indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, and palatial primary bathroom ensuites.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2024
The palatial space has six separate bedrooms; a gorgeous kitchen; plenty of outdoor patios for yoga, meditation, and sunbathing; and a spectacular infinity pool.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2024
Seeing its grand interior unvarnished only underscores the original owner's ambitions for this palatial home.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
Set in a converted 20th century palatial home across from the peaceful Retiro Park and within walking distance of all the major sights, this urban getaway is an ideal launching pad for exploring all Madrid has to offer.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
Keyaira Boone, Essence, 14 May 2024
The 670-suite resort has 10 restaurants, 19 bars, a palatial spa, and lots of activities for kids.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024
Angerstein’s townhouse could hardly compete with other national museums like France’s palatial Louvre, so Parliament agreed to fund a new home for the gallery.
—Anne Wallentine, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 May 2024
The cityscape included impressive marble edifices built by the British and palatial homes constructed by the rich merchants and zamindars (landowners).
—Diya Kohli, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2024
Practicality blends with stunning finishes as the homes offer main level living with soaring ceilings, breathtaking lines, beautiful kitchens, indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, and palatial primary bathroom ensuites.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2024
The palatial space has six separate bedrooms; a gorgeous kitchen; plenty of outdoor patios for yoga, meditation, and sunbathing; and a spectacular infinity pool.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2024
Seeing its grand interior unvarnished only underscores the original owner's ambitions for this palatial home.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
Set in a converted 20th century palatial home across from the peaceful Retiro Park and within walking distance of all the major sights, this urban getaway is an ideal launching pad for exploring all Madrid has to offer.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
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“Palatial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/palatial. Accessed 19 May. 2024.
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palatial
adjective
pa·la·tial
pə-ˈlā-shəl
: of, resembling, or fit for a palace
a palatial home
palatial furnishings
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