luxurious
adjective
lux·u·ri·ous
(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs 
(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
Synonyms
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 on the Web
It’s been reborn as the larger, more luxurious—and far more powerful—Jet Shark.
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Jeff Hemmel, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024
They were joined by singer Liam Payne and his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, for the luxurious outing.
—Kelsie Gibson, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024
Andre Fu, the interior designer behind hotels like the Upper House in Hong Kong and Villa La Coste in Aix-en-Provence, France, has infused his signature aesthetic (extravagantly refined, with warm woods and luxurious textures) within the confines of a particularly historic area of Kyoto.
—John Wogan, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2024
There are other excellent downhill ski resorts, and there are more luxurious guest ranches with extensive Nordic systems (but not this extensive), but none of these are co-located.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
More luxurious and less expensive Despite some minor outside cosmetic changes, the new 2024 Model 3 looks similar to the previous model, which has been mostly unchanged since it was introduced in 2017.
—Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2024
The entire Season 6 will cover one day, so covering one week in Season 5 feels luxurious.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 25 Mar. 2024
But, perhaps most importantly, the rooms are supremely luxurious, designed by Peter Marino (the go-to designer for Chanel’s boutiques), with calming décor that feels luxurious and considered, like the private apartment of someone with exceptional taste.
—Amy Louise Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
The new wellness brand, which is headed up by former fitness tech entrepreneur and Today Show health correspondent Jeff Halevy, says the new flagship will allow members to improve their health and fitness in a suitably luxurious setting.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2024
Jeff Hemmel, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024
They were joined by singer Liam Payne and his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, for the luxurious outing.
—Kelsie Gibson, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024
Andre Fu, the interior designer behind hotels like the Upper House in Hong Kong and Villa La Coste in Aix-en-Provence, France, has infused his signature aesthetic (extravagantly refined, with warm woods and luxurious textures) within the confines of a particularly historic area of Kyoto.
—John Wogan, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2024
There are other excellent downhill ski resorts, and there are more luxurious guest ranches with extensive Nordic systems (but not this extensive), but none of these are co-located.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
More luxurious and less expensive Despite some minor outside cosmetic changes, the new 2024 Model 3 looks similar to the previous model, which has been mostly unchanged since it was introduced in 2017.
—Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2024
The entire Season 6 will cover one day, so covering one week in Season 5 feels luxurious.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 25 Mar. 2024
But, perhaps most importantly, the rooms are supremely luxurious, designed by Peter Marino (the go-to designer for Chanel’s boutiques), with calming décor that feels luxurious and considered, like the private apartment of someone with exceptional taste.
—Amy Louise Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
The new wellness brand, which is headed up by former fitness tech entrepreneur and Today Show health correspondent Jeff Halevy, says the new flagship will allow members to improve their health and fitness in a suitably luxurious setting.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2024
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“Luxurious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luxurious. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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luxurious
adjective
lux·u·ri·ous
(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
1
: fond of luxury
2
: of, relating to, or marked by luxury
luxuriously
adverb
luxuriousness
noun
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