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luxury

adjective

Synonyms and Antonyms of luxury

showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
  • a luxury ski lodge for those who prefer not to rough it
Synonyms of luxury

deluxe, lavish, luxuriant, luxurious, opulent, palatial, plush, plushy, sumptuous
Words Related to luxury

costly, dear, expensive, precious, premium, rich

extravagant, grandiose, ostentatious, pretentious, showy

august, awesome, baronial, beautiful, gorgeous, grand, imposing, impressive, kingly, magnificent, majestic, monumental, noble, regal, royal, splendid, stately
Near Antonyms of luxury

economical, frugal, meager (or meagre), spare, stingy, thrifty
Antonyms of luxury

ascetic (also ascetical), austere, humble, no-frills, spartan

luxury

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of luxury

1 something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
  • A private yacht is a luxury.
Synonyms of luxury

amenity, comfort, extra, frill, indulgence, superfluity
Words Related to luxury

extravagance, nonessential

delicacy, nicety, treat

accessory (also accessary), accoutrement (or accouterment), bells and whistles, option
Antonyms of luxury

basic, essential, fundamental, must, necessity, requirement
2 something that adds to one's ease of living
  • Having one's own bathroom is one of life's greatest luxuries.
Synonyms of luxury

accommodation, amenity, comfort, convenience, creature comfort, nicety
Words Related to luxury

bonus, extra

benefit, help, service

delight, indulgence, joy, pleasure
Antonyms of luxury

burden, millstone, weight

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