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
As fans in the comments pointed out, whoever happened to find Esmeralda pretty much struck gold, as far as luxury handbags go. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2026 With a foreword by fashion designer Jenna Lyons, the book showcases a variety of distinct residential projects, from city penthouses and lakeside retreats to coastal sanctuaries, culminating in their first luxury yacht project. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Adjective
Add in the ultra-luxury Hermès editions ($1,399 for Series 12; $1,499 for Ultra 4), and both lines can climb into true luxury territory. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 14 Sep. 2026 Train Suite Shiki-Shima is an ultra-luxury sleeper train with just 10 cars and 15 elegant suites. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 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
  • After decades of neglect and subsequent disrepair, it was recently restored into a luxurious one-bedroom retreat that honors its historic roots while embracing contemporary amenities like a king bed, an en-suite bathroom, and a sleek living area.
    — Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026
  • People continue using the hallways, parking areas, and amenities, while employees continue cleaning and making repairs.
    — Emma Clapp, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of amenity
Noun
  • While there’s no kitchen, the more rustic Coach House did have some impressive modern conveniences, including an automatic water dispenser for filling water bottles.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026
  • When a supermarket chain experiences a cybersecurity incident, those conveniences can suddenly disappear.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of convenience
Adjective
  • Turn it into a complete hair-care package by adding a silky scrunchie, a scalp massager, a luxurious hair mask, or a new brush.
    — Ethan Stone October 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Making casual clothes look luxurious was hardly new, but Cucinelli did it in a way that flattered changing body shapes while establishing an instantly recognizable aesthetic.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of luxurious
Noun
  • But the indulgence with which Russell presents the acrobatic pandemonium of the nuns’ possession has purpose.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026
  • That mindset reflects a growing interest in experiential dining, affordable indulgences and making time for yourself.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of indulgence
Noun
  • Gen Z has grown up with recommendation engines, and the SAP data shows that comfort translates directly into purchase intent, not just browsing.
    — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026
  • To survive the flight home after each celebration, my plane outfit needs to maximize comfort.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of comfort
Adjective
  • The trip, which accompanies an Aït Atta family on their seasonal migration, includes deluxe glamping-style accommodations, activities like traditional bread baking and jewelry-making, as well as a private local guide throughout.
    — Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026
  • All five extra songs will be available in a standalone vinyl edition, as well as in a deluxe 2CD edition and across all digital formats.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of deluxe
Noun
  • Creality's approach is rather different, swapping smaller nozzle assemblies instead of complete print heads, and potentially bringing the benefits of multi-nozzle printing to a more affordable machine.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Not surprisingly, the legislation does nothing to curb the growth of compensation and other benefits for college presidents, athletics directors, coaches and staff who continue to be in charge of the athletes under their control.
    — Bruce Svare, Sportico.com, 17 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 19 Oct. 2026.

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