luxury 1 of 2

noun

ˈlək-sh(ə-)rē How to pronounce luxury (audio)
Definition of luxurynext
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as in amenity
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary a private yacht is a luxury

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as in convenience
something that adds to one's ease of living having one's own bathroom is one of life's greatest luxuries

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luxury

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adjective

as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort a luxury ski lodge for those whose idea of roughing it includes private whirlpool baths

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Recent Examples of luxury
Noun
Miguel said the building will still have the trappings of a luxury hotel, including a restaurant, a spa and fitness center, and a rooftop with a pool deck, bar, and private pools for the penthouses. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2026 According to a report from Bain released last year, the top-spending consumers (known as very important clients, or VICs) account for 2% of the total customer base, despite comprising 45% of global luxury purchases, up from 35% in 2021. — Ashley Ogawa Clarke, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
Adjective
That philosophy heavily shapes Varas’s work in ultra-luxury residential building. — Kelly Allen, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026 Several residents — Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis included — are raising concerns about a controversial plan to build four ultra-luxury glass towers that would rise 270 feet high on Fort Lauderdale’s landmark Pier Sixty-Six property. — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luxury
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxury
  1. amenity
  2. convenience
  3. luxurious
  4. indulgence
  5. comfort
  6. deluxe
  7. benefit
  8. luxuriant
Noun
  • Jackson Hole's first and only ski-in, ski-out ultra-luxury private club and residences, which opened in January 2026, has five-star amenities, personalized service, and accommodations that rival the swishiest rentals.
    — Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Davidson Just outside Charlotte and with all the hospital amenities of the nearby metro, Davidson isn’t just for the college students of its namesake university.
    — Eva Flowe, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of amenity
Noun
  • For travelers arriving independently, the lodge's location near the park entrance is a major convenience, though transportation and activities will have to be arranged separately.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Home Harvest is the latest contender in this indoor smart garden space, with two appliances designed to turn microgreens, herbs, and salads into something halfway between a countertop convenience and a gardening project.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of convenience
Adjective
  • Made with Malabar black pepper imported directly from India, beef jus, cream and lots of cognac, the luxurious sauce is drizzled over a 12-ounce prime striploin.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026
  • My 50-minute massage was enhanced by a collagen face mask with pumpkin extract—a new one to me, but a welcome add-on that felt super luxurious.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of luxurious
Noun
  • This recipe for double crust apple pie delivers a mix of tart and sweet along with cinnamon that is crispy, delicious and is worth the indulgence.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Key ingredients include togetherness, relaxation, indulgence, presence and comfort.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of indulgence
Noun
  • Plus, their slightly structured silhouette feels more put together than traditional sweatpants, without sacrificing comfort.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2026
  • After much deliberation Rama agrees to take him along, and Lakshmana leaves behind the comforts of the royal household and his wife, Urmila.
    — Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of comfort
Adjective
  • The deluxe version, the Paper Pro ($629), has a big screen and can be expanded with a keyboard.
    — Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 29 Oct. 2026
  • My deluxe room on the second floor had high ceilings and views of the Swiss Institute across the street.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of deluxe
Noun
  • On standard time, early risers get the benefit of a little more morning sunlight.
    — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 31 Oct. 2026
  • When unnecessary costs accumulate, a small contractor may have less money available for raises, equipment, another apprentice or employee benefits.
    — Christian Swann, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of benefit
Adjective
  • Olivia Miles, the rookie point guard for the Minnesota Lynx, wears a pair of bug-eyed sports goggles, black and bulbous, sometimes held in place by a thick strap that runs through her luxuriant Afro.
    — Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
  • At the end of the fifth group, one girl’s face blossomed into a radiant flower, and another drew herself with luxuriant pigtails, standing beneath a bright red beating heart.
    — James Gordon, Time, 14 July 2026
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“Luxury.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luxury. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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