luxurious

adjective

lux·​u·​ri·​ous (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs How to pronounce luxurious (audio)
(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
luxuriously adverb
luxuriousness noun
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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
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The spa pairs the area’s historic healing legacy with a hyper-modern approach, elevated by luxurious Italian design and warm hospitality. Rona Berg, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025 Investing in your body care routine can transform your daily regimen into a luxurious ritual, especially with the skin-baring summer months ahead. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025 The living quarters are outfitted with luxurious materials, such as marble, teak, and bronze, as well as chic pieces from the Elie Saab Maison collection. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 July 2025 Midwestern getaways are having a moment, thanks to properties that pair regional character with luxurious amenities, in pretty stunning settings. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for luxurious

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4

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The first known use of luxurious was in the 14th century

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“Luxurious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luxurious. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.

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luxurious

adjective
lux·​u·​ri·​ous (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs How to pronounce luxurious (audio)
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
1
: fond of luxury
2
: of, relating to, or marked by luxury
luxuriously adverb
luxuriousness noun

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