luxurious

adjective lux·u·ri·ous \ (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs , (ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r- \

|Updated on: 12 Aug 2018

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Definition of luxurious

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

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luxuriously

adverb

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luxuriousness

noun

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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 of luxurious from the Web

The British car company is introducing its most expensive and luxurious model to date - the 2019 Range Rover SV Coupe.

— todd c. duncan, ajc, "Range Rover offers limited, luxurious SV Coupe to Atlanta market," 7 July 2018
Eat At the moment, Single Thread is the crown jewel of the culinary scene in Healdsburg, a bed and breakfast with a Rykoan twist, incorporating traditional fare with seasonal California produce and a luxurious yet simplistic design.

— ariel okin, Vogue, "A Tiny Town Neighboring Napa Is the Next California Culinary Destination," 5 July 2018
Total sticker price for our well-equipped and luxurious four-wheel-drive QX80 was $84,660, including freight.

— star-telegram, "Infiniti QX80 full-size luxury SUV brings elegance, technology to the family hauler," 30 June 2018
Located in the heart of Point Loma Village, Bellamar offers spacious and luxurious single-level living to those who want to live the resort lifestyle.

— sandiegouniontribune.com, "Buyers get ‘Sizzlin’ Summer Sales’ rates at Bellamar," 23 June 2018
Founded in 1914, the company is probably best known these days for making fast, expensive, and luxurious cars that are easy on the eyes.

— eric bangeman, Ars Technica, "Classic Maserati with a pinch of Chrysler: The Levante S GranSport, reviewed," 8 June 2018
Our editors found the 2018 Nissan Armada surprisingly luxurious and easy to drive.

— Washington Post, "Summer driving: Edmunds’ picks for Memorial Day car deals," 23 May 2018
The $78,000 version puts the Model 3 closer to the larger and more luxurious Tesla Model S sedan, which starts at $74,500 for the version that goes 259 miles on a charge.

— nathan bomey, USA TODAY, "Souped-up Tesla Model 3 electric car will cost $78,000, CEO Elon Musk teases," 21 May 2018
From Avenir to Avista, each has carried an elegant and luxurious design.

— sean szymkowski, Fox News, "Buick Enspire electric SUV concept bows," 17 Apr. 2018

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First Known Use of luxurious

14th century

in the meaning defined at sense 4

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luxurious Synonyms

Synonym Discussion of 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.