1
as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
an opulent upper crust that liked to show off its possessions
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2
as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
an opulent mansion filled with priceless art and antiques
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Recent Examples of opulent
Throughout, Trump was treated to opulent state dinners and feted like only three of the world's wealthiest monarchies likely can.
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Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 17 May 2025
The opulent festivities on Chandrila gave the team an opportunity to create immersive, detailed sets at Pinewood and to use the real Montserrat mountain range in Spain.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2025
The four-story building was designed by Stanford White in imitation of the opulent style of the Italian Renaissance.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 17 May 2025
The gowns are glamorous, the jewels are opulent, the hair is enchanting, and the makeup—well, if Heidi Klum has anything to say about it, the makeup is ready to party.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 14 May 2025
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Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 17 May 2025
The opulent festivities on Chandrila gave the team an opportunity to create immersive, detailed sets at Pinewood and to use the real Montserrat mountain range in Spain.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2025
The four-story building was designed by Stanford White in imitation of the opulent style of the Italian Renaissance.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 17 May 2025
The gowns are glamorous, the jewels are opulent, the hair is enchanting, and the makeup—well, if Heidi Klum has anything to say about it, the makeup is ready to party.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opulent
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Tax cuts that disproportionately benefit wealthier Americans and new tax deductions for tips also are included in the legislation.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Yet by Holly Jackson A famed Y.A. author’s first foray into adult fiction centers on Jet Mason, the wayward daughter of a wealthy Vermont family.—
Laura Thompson,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The 1 Hotel Brooklyn delivers a luxurious retreat steps from one of Brooklyn's most magnetic attractions: the Brooklyn Bridge itself.—
Malik Peay,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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There might be a squeeze for retail space in the Hamptons, but there are enough high-profile launches happening this season to make the shopping scene interesting — and a bit different for those summering on Long Island’s luxurious East End.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Oklahoma City is rich in First American history and culture, and there are myriad ways to connect with it, from authentic Native American restaurants to attending cultural events and shopping at local businesses.—
Anne Roderique-Jones,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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Behind the fizz is a category rich in history, layered with tradition, and increasingly serious about quality.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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These areas tend to have affluent shoppers who have the time for and interest in shopping that way.—
Alexandra Talty,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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The hotel brand surveyed 503 affluent U.S. adults between late February and early March, defined as those with household income of at least $250,000; a minimum of $1 million in total assets, and those who typically spend $10,000 or more on leisure travel annually.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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It is also known as Damask or Damascene rose and is revered for its luxuriant scent.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
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The development pre-built its luxuriant landscaping and outdoor plazas, then incorporated an indoor golf simulator, fitness center and café as tenant amenities.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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The new album is a deluxe version of León’s 2024 Palabra de To’s.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
16 May 2025
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Later this month, Green Day will release the deluxe edition of its most recent album Saviors.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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At the same time, the preview offered a peek into the dark side behind the attorneys’ success and lavish lifestyles.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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There were 13 Leos before him: The first, Leo the Great, was a fifth-century theologian who helped heal the doctrinal divisions among early Christians; Leo X, a member of the powerful Medici family, helped provoke the Protestant Reformation with his lavish lifestyle and sale of indulgences.—
Nathan Schneider,
The Conversation,
21 May 2025
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“Opulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opulent. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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