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
The partnership with Musique & Vin au Clos Vougeot puts Sotheby’s at the heart of the ultra-high-net-worth community of wine collectors—many of whom buy art and other luxury assets. — George Nelson For Artnews, Robb Report, 9 July 2026 Across Wunderkind’s existing stores, everyday luxury continues to outperform occasion dressing, with The Row remaining the retailer’s strongest-performing brand. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
Adjective
Properties like the adults-only Salt of Palmar offer a stylish, lower-key alternative to the region’s ultra-luxury resorts—rates often start around $150—while Constance Belle Mare Plage (roughly $250 per night) delivers classic beachfront glamour with sprawling pools, golf, and direct ocean access. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026 The purchase reportedly broke the record for most expensive home sale in Boca Raton, which experts say reflects growing interest in the city alongside other ultra-luxury enclaves in the region. — Ruth Abramovitz, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 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
  • While many of the home’s ornamental features are timeless and highly sought-after even today, that’s not the case with the kitchen’s amenities.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • Enjoy a wet bar, formal dining room, and VIP amenities, including welcome bites and turndown goodies.
    — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026
Definition of amenity
Noun
  • Spring Ranch Campground Fairfield, Nebraska Yurts and Conestoga wagons at this rural campground offer some of the conveniences of modern hotel rooms, including heat and air conditioning.
    — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026
  • The 17-footer undergoes much of the same aerodynamic streamlining and weight optimization as the original 22-ft Traveler, giving up features common across the rest of Airstream's lineup without sacrificing any major comfort or convenience.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 11 July 2026
Definition of convenience
Adjective
  • Design Within Reach aims to make luxurious designer furniture pieces from the past and present just a little more accessible for online shoppers.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 July 2026
  • Shunya will be able to fly a pilot and either six passengers with a bit of luggage, or four in more luxurious seating.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 July 2026
Definition of luxurious
Noun
  • Together, these dishes tell a story of a fair that’s evolving into louder, brighter and more playful dishes while still rooted in Iowa’s love of indulgence, nostalgia and big summer flavor.
    — Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 July 2026
  • And generally with these designers the matter of taste comes into play—be that Wun’s keenness for kitsch or Malhotra and Mishra’s indulgence.
    — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 8 July 2026
Definition of indulgence
Noun
  • The first one features a six-foot tall bronze cast angel whose wings enfold around a granite bench; the sculpture was intended to offer the comfort of an angel’s embrace for visitors who take a seat there.
    — Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Honest depth heals best when paired with patience and respect for everyone’s comfort level.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026
Definition of comfort
Adjective
  • Off Campus came at the perfect time, as the group released the deluxe version of their album, No Hard Feelings, just weeks after the show premiered.
    — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
  • That latter tune is included as a bonus track on the deluxe digital version of the new album.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 3 July 2026
Definition of deluxe
Noun
  • Zverev benefits from his coming later, but even that could have felt like reaching the mountain top, instead of a pit stop along the way.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • This dual-use technology presents both immense upsides for mental health support and considerable downsides, necessitating careful management to mitigate harm and maximize benefits in this global experiment.
    — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of benefit
Adjective
  • Daniel Mendelsohn, the most recent translator of the Odyssey, preserves that scheme, writing a detailed, luxuriant, often beautiful line.
    — David Denby, New Yorker, 21 June 2026
  • The outdoor shower was lined by a wall of luxuriant birds of paradise plants.
    — Sandra Guzmán, USA Today, 18 June 2026
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