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
According to Page Six, Earle rents a luxury two-bedroom apartment in Los Angeles. — India Roby, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2026 The second floor is based on Rome and features spaces for several of the luxury brands sold at the shop including Zegna, Tom Ford, Canali, Giorgio Armani, Kiton and Berluti. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026
Adjective
The company falls squarely in the ultra-luxury tier while eschewing much of the fussiness that typifies other players in the space. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026 Plans for the ultra-luxury Nobu condo building, where unit prices range from about $3 million to $60 million, include a Nobu restaurant and a wellness suite dedicated to biohacking and longevity. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 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
  • Beyond its sheer size and resort-level amenities, the estate’s value lies in the kind of construction and materials that are difficult to replicate at today’s costs.
    — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The family-friendly resort offers a host of amenities, including complimentary kayaks and paddleboards to use at the private beach, two heated pools, a luxurious spa, and more.
    — Megan duBois, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of amenity
Noun
  • Streaming offers convenience and speed, but also constant distractions.
    — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The advantage of fish from a can lies in its convenience factor.
    — Diana Anos, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of convenience
Adjective
  • The family-friendly resort offers a host of amenities, including complimentary kayaks and paddleboards to use at the private beach, two heated pools, a luxurious spa, and more.
    — Megan duBois, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
  • In fact, the tapestry’s most singular attribute is its luxurious use of horizontal space.
    — John Phipps, New Yorker, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of luxurious
Noun
  • Adding this biotin supplement to cart will also put you just a dollar away from iHerb’s free shipping threshold, as all orders over $25 qualify for this indulgence.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Written and rendered by dudes who longed for unlimited success, these are songs about cheating and being cheated on and trying but failing to be content, or love as lived amid capitalist indulgence.
    — Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of indulgence
Noun
  • The Moon enters warmhearted Leo, drawing your attention toward comfort, family, and the space around you.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Aries March 21 – April 19 Home may feel a little too crowded for your comfort.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of comfort
Adjective
  • Leading up to the anniversary, Beyoncé launched pre-orders for a deluxe vinyl being sold for $150.
    — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The new 31-track album marks a return to the original album’s deluxe version, which features Spanish-language tracks.
    — Rushawn Walters, Washington Post, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of deluxe
Noun
  • Although law firms are beginning to embrace the benefits of generative AI, the technology apparently makes many law schools squeamish.
    — Sian Leah Beilock, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Through 2070, South Florida could see $2 of benefits for every $1 invested in community adaptations, like seawall construction and beach nourishment.
    — Zoey Thomas, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 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 12 Sep. 2026.

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