sumptuous

adjective

ˈsəm(p)(t)-shə-wəs How to pronounce sumptuous (audio)
Definition of sumptuousnext
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 Inspired by a contemporary ‘70s bedroom, Design Within Reach’s frame has a multitude of bold colors to choose from in a velvet fabric for a sumptuous sleep setup. — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 6 Aug. 2026 Our base for the first half of our trip was Palacio de Luces, a sumptuous hotel perched in the hills above Lastres. — Simon Willis, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026 The brand’s pure mulberry silk is one of its hero fabrics, known as much for its sumptuous feel as for its low-maintenance care requirements. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026 His jaw-dropping work is witnessed first in the lobby, where visitors are greeted by friendly staff in a room rife with crown molding, sumptuous velvet furniture, and Old World tapestries. — Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sumptuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sumptuous
  1. luxurious
  2. deluxe
  3. luxuriant
  4. luxury
  5. lavish
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  • Because so many of the places that M frequents are luxurious, her sections have the sheen of a life-style magazine.
    — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 16 Aug. 2026
  • For the ultimate glamping experience, the Vista Airstream Suite boasts a luxurious outdoor shower.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of luxurious
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  • For families Studios, suites, and deluxe level kings are all spacious enough for families—but for the latter of those options be sure to book early, as there are only 16 up for grabs.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • In the years after Peart’s death, surviving Rush bassist/singer Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson worked on their individual solo projects while their classic albums were reissued as deluxe anniversary packages.
    — David Chiu, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of deluxe
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of luxuriant
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  • By the time the sixth ship rolls out, Explora Journeys president Anna Nash said, the company will account for about 25% of global ultra-luxury cruise capacity.
    — Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The condo’s listing price is on par with a new ultra-luxury development on the island, The Mansions at Fisher Island.
    — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of luxury
Adjective
  • Gronkowski was one of dozens of A-listers from sports figures to musicians who joined the power couple for a lavish but intimate ceremony.
    — Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Idea Public Schools, Texas’ largest charter school network, was investigated from 2021 to 2024 by the state’s chief charter school regulator amid allegations of lavish spending on private jets and parachute payments to leaders.
    — Ellis Simani, ProPublica, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of lavish

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