1
as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
an opulent upper crust that liked to show off its possessions
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
an opulent mansion filled with priceless art and antiques
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of opulent
But teenagers, particularly young girls, who see TikToks showcasing the content creators' opulent lifestyle, may get the impression that being an OnlyFans star is aspirational.
—
Rachel Hale, USA Today, 5 June 2025
The resulting selection of homes plays off each other to create a cohesive group of properties that collectively redefine Miami’s vision of opulent waterfront living in one of its most desirable enclaves.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
There is always the wide-brim sun hat, which brings a real level of drama and panache to every occasion—and can be subverted from its saccharine ways—just look at how Alessandro Michele paired his at Valentino with a pair of groovy trousers and an opulent cropped jacket on the runway.
—Laia Garcia-Furtado, Vogue, 5 June 2025
With its opulent resorts, over-the-top casinos, and thriving nightlife scene, Las Vegas is a perennial hit with travelers.
—Jessica Puckett, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for opulent
Rachel Hale, USA Today, 5 June 2025
The resulting selection of homes plays off each other to create a cohesive group of properties that collectively redefine Miami’s vision of opulent waterfront living in one of its most desirable enclaves.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
There is always the wide-brim sun hat, which brings a real level of drama and panache to every occasion—and can be subverted from its saccharine ways—just look at how Alessandro Michele paired his at Valentino with a pair of groovy trousers and an opulent cropped jacket on the runway.
—Laia Garcia-Furtado, Vogue, 5 June 2025
With its opulent resorts, over-the-top casinos, and thriving nightlife scene, Las Vegas is a perennial hit with travelers.
—Jessica Puckett, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for opulent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opulent
Adjective
-
In laboratory settings, at least, efforts to get wealthier study participants to socially engage have proven beneficial.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
15 June 2025
-
Fisher created the Montauk Yacht Club, a private social club on Lake Montauk that attracted wealthy families like the Astors, Whitneys, and Vanderbilts among its members.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
Adjective
-
The open-plan space features a chef’s kitchen with dual islands, a coffee bar, and a butler’s pantry, as well as a formal living room with a Carrara marble fireplace and a luxurious lounge.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
17 June 2025
-
London: London feels sophisticated and luxurious, right up at Taurus’s alley.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
17 June 2025
Adjective
-
Congo is rich in timber, coffee, and cacao as well as minerals, while Rwanda can provide a safe and stable—if authoritarian—base for companies to operate.—
Joshua Z. Walker,
Foreign Affairs,
17 June 2025
-
These stories are rich, at times hallucinogenic, and unforgettable.—
Grace Flahive
June 17,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2025
Adjective
-
Parents in an affluent suburb, both with teenage daughters, their lives are upended when Carmack’s Tom Truby shows up at Ali’s doorstep.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
22 June 2025
-
Events like these will attract an affluent international audience seeking more than just the two hours of entertainment that a regular day out at the soccer provides.—
David Ferrini,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
Adjective
-
Peak wildflower season in the high alpine environment is likely about a month away, but wildflowers at lower elevations in the high country are popping amid luxuriant green meadows and aspen trees aglow with brilliant chartreuse leaves.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
12 June 2025
-
These showy shrubs are bursting with personality—from fabulous texture-rich foliage to luxuriant blooms.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
25 May 2025
Adjective
-
While the singer's latest full-length continues to appear on a handful of album charts in the United Kingdom, none of the tunes pushed from the project — or its deluxe edition follow-up, Brighter Days Ahead — are still present.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
-
There are three complete shows in the deluxe version, as well as tracks from warm-up club dates and soundboard highlights from various live dates.—
Joe Gross,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2025
Adjective
-
In addition, the property screams luxury with a spa bath, a 2-story closet, and a lavish living room.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 June 2025
-
Follow Lewis for a deep dive into the world of luxury hotels, cruises, lavish spas, gourmet restaurants, and more.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Opulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opulent. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share