How to Use sumptuous in a Sentence

sumptuous

adjective
  • The sumptuous beards alone are worth the watch.
    Stephanie Bai, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
  • All in all, a sumptuous, stylish take on the naked dress trend.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
  • The sumptuous set was layered over a frilly blouse in a vibrant green shade.
    Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2025
  • Thick banding led the eye down to a sumptuous full skirt that gently grazed the floor.
    San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Sep. 2019
  • Return for breakfast, which can be as light or sumptuous as you’d like.
    Ella Riley-Adams, Vogue, 3 Dec. 2021
  • This part of the film is the least sumptuous and grandiose — and the most affecting.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 23 Aug. 2022
  • Don’t skip the sumptuous grouper with cornbread gnudi or the the crab beignets.
    Shayne Benowitz, miamiherald, 10 Apr. 2018
  • Choose sumptuous dishes that fill the room with rich, soothing smells.
    Lindsey Perkins, Bon Appétit, 17 Dec. 2021
  • While there are six sumptuous shades, only white, grey, lilac, and green are available.
    Sheri Kaz, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2025
  • At a shoot on the grounds a truck delivered a sumptuous buffet lunch.
    Milton Gendel, Vanities, 30 Apr. 2018
  • These are the benefits of booking some of the largest and most sumptuous cruise ship suites.
    Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2023
  • My aunt brought a tray of braciole, a sumptuous roll of beef and breadcrumbs.
    Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
  • In the same vein, a sumptuous silk Markarian dress could be just the thing.
    Alexis Bennet, Vogue, 6 July 2021
  • The room is also fitted with a fireplace, adding to the sumptuous feel.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 July 2025
  • The food is just as mind-blowing, with options from sumptuous sushi to rich ragu pasta.
    Rebekah Evans, The Week Uk, theweek, 18 Nov. 2024
  • And to top it off, sumptuous & delicious food made in the local style.
    Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026
  • Finish the outfit with an extra-large faux-fur coat that adds a sumptuous touch.
    Renata Joffre, Glamour, 23 Aug. 2025
  • The velvet looks rich and sumptuous, and the knot is a festive detail that doesn’t read as twee.
    Kathleen Hou, The Cut, 24 Oct. 2017
  • Here’s a look inside at some of the resorts most sumptuous details.
    Michelle Gross, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2021
  • This one from Naked cashmere comes in nine sumptuous shades and is available for him as well.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 17 Oct. 2024
  • Buy bars and coarsely chop them for fun streaks of sumptuous chocolate flavor.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025
  • Praise has been doled out for the rig’s cushy ride, sumptuous leather, and obvious curb appeal.
    Alexander Stoklosa, Car and Driver, 6 July 2017
  • Rooms have wide-angle views of the bay, sumptuous beds, and rainfall showers.
    Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2017
  • The sumptuous set mimicked a pat of butter on top and a stick of butter on the bottom.
    Tessa Petak, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
  • The scenery and costumes are sumptuous, but the script is another thing.
    Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
  • So don’t waste it—get the most sumptuous bath products available to mankind, and then soak in the goodness.
    Adam Hurly, GQ, 12 Dec. 2017
  • But the restaurant, known for its sumptuous stromboli, is back open for business.
    Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The movie’s textures, both visually and in terms of mood, are sumptuous.
    David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2023
  • The best suede brunette is at once smoky and warm, with a finish as sumptuous as your go-to thrifted jacket.
    Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 17 June 2026
  • The palette is subdued but sumptuous, built around wood, metal, glass, and stone.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026

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