1
as in amenity
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
a private yacht is a luxury
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in convenience
something that adds to one's ease of living
having one's own bathroom is one of life's greatest luxuries
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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
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 luxury
CBS News, 16 May 2026
No-phone retreats — getaways where resorts lock up, limit or ban personal devices — are emerging as one of 2026’s fastest-growing wellness travel categories, and the demand is reshaping what luxury hospitality looks like from Bali to the Bahamas.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 16 May 2026
Samantha Stewart, Bloomberg, 14 Apr. 2026
The gains spanned both ends of the market, from condos under $500,000 to ultra-luxury properties above $5 million.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for luxury
Noun
The Cavaliers and Pistons both got to be at home for those games; Cleveland doesn't have that luxury this time around.
—CBS News, 16 May 2026
No-phone retreats — getaways where resorts lock up, limit or ban personal devices — are emerging as one of 2026’s fastest-growing wellness travel categories, and the demand is reshaping what luxury hospitality looks like from Bali to the Bahamas.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 16 May 2026
Adjective
And Rolls-Royce ushers in a new era of custom hyper-luxury cars.
—Samantha Stewart, Bloomberg, 14 Apr. 2026
The gains spanned both ends of the market, from condos under $500,000 to ultra-luxury properties above $5 million.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for luxury
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxury
Noun
-
Eco effort Sustainability is at the heart of the 1 Hotels brand, and this comes across in almost every aspect of the hotel from responsibly sourced and reclaimed building materials to the design to the in-room amenities (right down to the soy ink in the pens).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
-
What doesn’t make sense is why the same amenity is not available at the airport in West Palm Beach.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2026
Noun
-
Alternatively, your parents' bank may offer what's called a convenience account or agency account, which would give you the ability to access your parents' account without being a joint owner.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
-
Earlier this year, the Princess of Wales stepped out for a royal gathering with a navy purse in hand, showcasing the convenience of the small-but-mighty style.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
Adjective
-
Adding insult to injury, Hasna accuses Meriem of using her body to get a cushier, better paying job as maid inside the boss’ luxurious home.—
Jay Weissberg,
Variety,
19 May 2026
-
Side, back, and stomach sleepers all praise the pillows’ softness, luxurious feel, breathability, and coolness.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2026
Noun
-
Like air travel, fast fashion, and so many indulgences of our era, drinking invites us to consider a gruelling litany of downsides and then decide whether the trade-offs are worth it.—
Hannah Goldfield,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
-
For many, a no-phone vacation is less an indulgence than a corrective.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
16 May 2026
Noun
-
Subtle stripe detailing on both the sweater and pant hems gives this knit set a cohesive, stylish edge—and a pop of color—sans sacrificing comfort.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
-
Naggoo Printed Split Maxi Dress with Pockets With a stretchy wrinkle-free fabric, vibrant print, chic side slit, and two side pockets, this summery dress checks every box for style and comfort.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
Adjective
-
The receipts from the Sheraton Maui showed reservations for four ocean suites, two deluxe ocean front suites and one presidential suite for Newton and Kateryna Jones for eight nights.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
-
Fans are already scheming how this might happen — whether Kahan releases a deluxe version of The Great Divide and Bridgers appears, or something else entirely.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
9 May 2026
Noun
-
Every warm-weather vacation benefits from a featherweight layer that can fit in your purse or personal item, and this cozy V-neck sweater is my pick for the season.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
-
The arrangement offers benefits on both sides.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
19 May 2026
Adjective
-
But now all that luxuriant coat is starting to come off.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
-
The luxuriant texture combined with the umami depth-charge can stun a table into silence.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
12 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Luxury.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luxury. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
