as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
the cruise ship claims to offer sumptuous furnishings, exquisitely prepared cuisine, and stellar entertainment
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Recent Examples of sumptuous
The texture of the glitter pairs especially well with sumptuous winter fabrics like leather and velvet.
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Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
Creative spaces include a sumptuous study on the upper floor and a lower-level art studio.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2026
Expect all of the classic, thoughtful Montage touches—sumptuous linens, attentive service, and an ever-evolving lineup of kid-friendly activities—plus an expansive spa with steam rooms, saunas, cold showers, and whirlpools.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Amanda Seyfried has been loyal to Aquazzura’s sumptuous footwear, recently rotating between the brand’s Nina platform sandals and Artiste pumps.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 4 Jan. 2026
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Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
Creative spaces include a sumptuous study on the upper floor and a lower-level art studio.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2026
Expect all of the classic, thoughtful Montage touches—sumptuous linens, attentive service, and an ever-evolving lineup of kid-friendly activities—plus an expansive spa with steam rooms, saunas, cold showers, and whirlpools.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Amanda Seyfried has been loyal to Aquazzura’s sumptuous footwear, recently rotating between the brand’s Nina platform sandals and Artiste pumps.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 4 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sumptuous
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The company’s eponymous founder, one of Charleston’s richest men, went on to build the city’s most luxurious hotel, the Mills House.—
Eugene Robinson,
The Atlantic,
3 Feb. 2026
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In Paris, Robbie slipped into a custom Chanel couture gown made of luxurious red velvet, with a corseted bodice, bustle, and flowing train—a piece that looks right off the set of the forthcoming film.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
3 Feb. 2026
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With 89 total rooms, options range from deluxe king rooms to double queens—both featuring accessible mobility and hearing options—as well as a family-style room with multiple semi-private sleeping areas for those traveling in a group.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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Jones put out a deluxe edition of the album in August, featuring eight new songs and collaborations with Alicia Keys and Leon Thomas.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2026
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To watch his dank, brooding studies in social collapse, most of them filmed in long, loping black-and-white takes, is to embark on an oddly luxuriant descent into Purgatory.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
8 Jan. 2026
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Plenty of intimate questions and long, luxuriant answers followed.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Dec. 2025
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The backstory Opened in 2011, Rosewood's first city hotel in Mexico embodies the ultra-luxury brand's strategy of going deep into the character and culture of a place.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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The performance capped what the report describes as a record-setting year, with 500 ultra-luxury homes sold over the past 12 months—just over three times the total recorded in London.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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The two whip up a lavish dip packed with cheese, greens and pickles, which add tang to cut through the indulgent creaminess.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Nichols said financial documents offered as evidence showed the GoFundMe donations were spent on things like lavish meals and travel, streaming services, car payments and rent.—
Jane Harper,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Sumptuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sumptuous. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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