1
as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
an opulent upper crust that liked to show off its possessions
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as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
an opulent mansion filled with priceless art and antiques
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Recent Examples of opulent
The track starts off with an opulent string arrangement and a choir, with the lyrics flipping between German and Spanish.
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Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 27 Oct. 2025
In the months since, more portraits in more opulent and baroque frames, and added decorative ornaments in shiny gold — including wall finials and fireplace accents — have been added.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Rustic details and vintage charm make the dark Americana style feel as old as the ghosts in the attic, but delicate details give it an opulent finish.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
At the pinnacle of this experience is the Sultan Suite, an opulent retreat that sets a high standard for indulgence.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
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Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 27 Oct. 2025
In the months since, more portraits in more opulent and baroque frames, and added decorative ornaments in shiny gold — including wall finials and fireplace accents — have been added.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Rustic details and vintage charm make the dark Americana style feel as old as the ghosts in the attic, but delicate details give it an opulent finish.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
At the pinnacle of this experience is the Sultan Suite, an opulent retreat that sets a high standard for indulgence.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opulent
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Now, Waltz steps into the shoes of Henrich Harlander, a powerful and wealthy arms dealer who funds Victor's dangerous experiments.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
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As the high-end market booms, developers focus on luxury condos to meet the demand of wealthy investors — sometimes from outside Florida — and lower-income families are priced out.—
Deena Sabry,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Both favor a quietly luxurious wardrobe heavy on tasteful neutrals and cocoon-like outerwear.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
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Over time, his content became more professional and his trips more luxurious.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Jon Heyman of the New York Post recently projected Suárez would sign a massive five-year, $135 million deal in free agency this winter, which would almost certainly be too rich for the Phillies' liking.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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The pay package for Musk, already the world's richest person, consists of 12 tranches of shares to be granted if Tesla hits certain milestones over the next decade.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
11 Nov. 2025
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An informal cut, perhaps, though the top’s material — a luxuriant silk crepe — helped elevate the look.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
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Beyond it is a three-hectare haven of silvery olive trees, luxuriant Washingtonia palms, and lawns where peacocks wander freely.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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At Goldman Sachs’ annual At the Helm event, the bank’s affluent clients dropped and did pushups for a Navy SEAL, unfurled their relationship with wealth guru Sahil Bloom, and strategized legacy with Mindy Kaling.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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Democrats roared back to roll up big wins in fast-growing suburbs and even some exurbs that are home to legions of affluent and highly educated voters.—
Dave Goldiner,
Mercury News,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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One that would sit above the likes of Lexus as Toyota’s ultra-luxury spin-off.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
31 Oct. 2025
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Median days on market for 90th percentile listings were 79 in September, while ultra-luxury homes can spend more than 100 days before selling.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
28 Oct. 2025
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Many Radiohead fans were a little disappointed when the 30th anniversary of The Bends came and went this past March without a deluxe reissue or any sort of acknowledgement.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
6 Nov. 2025
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But shortly after, Minaj threw barbs as SZA’s career, criticizing her decision to re-release her 2022 album SOS as the deluxe version Lana last year.—
Rachel DeSantis,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Kris' birthday party comes days after the Kardashian-Jenner family celebrated Kendall turning 30 at a lavish beachfront destination.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, endless construction, the Siegels’ lavish (but tacky) lifestyle and their chaotic family life buzz in the background.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Opulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opulent. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.
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