sumptuous
adjective
sump·tu·ous
ˈsəm(p)(t)-shə-wəs 
-shəs,
-shwəs
: extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
sumptuous banquets
a sumptuous residence
also
: magnificent sense 4
sumptuously
adverb
sumptuousness
noun
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The word sumptuous typically describes things that can only be had at some significant expense, a fact that keeps the modern English word tied to its Latin source: sumptus, meaning "expense." Another English adjective, sumptuary, has the same Latin source, but today is found mostly in the context of sumptuary laws, largely historical regulations limiting extravagant expenditures and habits, especially on moral or religious grounds.
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the cruise ship claims to offer sumptuous furnishings, exquisitely prepared cuisine, and stellar entertainment
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Subsequently reimagined and renovated by noted Obama White House designer Michael S. Smith, the traditional-style home features five bedrooms and eight baths in almost 7,500 square feet of sumptuous living space spanning two levels.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2024
Paulo Dybala’s sumptuous equaliser, a volley off a backheel flick by Artem Dovbyk, was missed by all but the Roma supporters at San Siro.
—James Horncastle, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Studded with ultra-exclusive resorts and sumptuous private villas, islands in the Grenadines like Bequia, Mustique, and Canouan are said to be where billionaires go to get away from the millionaires.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024
At Akira Back, even breakfast is a sumptuous affair with dishes such as Wagyu Bresaola with wholemeal focaccia, a seasonal mushroom omelet loaded with Comte and Gruyere and Gianduja Croffle, a waffle made with croissant dough with Hazelnut ganache and vanilla Chantilly.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2024
Paulo Dybala’s sumptuous equaliser, a volley off a backheel flick by Artem Dovbyk, was missed by all but the Roma supporters at San Siro.
—James Horncastle, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Studded with ultra-exclusive resorts and sumptuous private villas, islands in the Grenadines like Bequia, Mustique, and Canouan are said to be where billionaires go to get away from the millionaires.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024
At Akira Back, even breakfast is a sumptuous affair with dishes such as Wagyu Bresaola with wholemeal focaccia, a seasonal mushroom omelet loaded with Comte and Gruyere and Gianduja Croffle, a waffle made with croissant dough with Hazelnut ganache and vanilla Chantilly.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Sumptuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sumptuous. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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sumptuous
adjective
sump·tu·ous
ˈsəm(p)-ch(ə-w)əs
sumptuously
adverb
sumptuousness
noun
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