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 22 rooms have pine paneling and furniture and spacious bathrooms, plus views of the mountains or the town; some rooms in each category have balconies.
Udaipur, India
Udaipur in western Rajasthan is best known for its lakes and sumptuous palaces, and a few have prime roles in Octopussy (1983).
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Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 29 July 2025
Order a plate of the Huevos Gringos, and then take the fluffy flour tortillas and lather them with runny eggs, sumptuous carne guisada and fries, then ladle a scoop of queso on top to finish.
—Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The look: sumptuous and sublimely textured, sophisticated without a hint of showiness.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2025
The room is also fitted with a fireplace, adding to the sumptuous feel.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 July 2025
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Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 29 July 2025
Order a plate of the Huevos Gringos, and then take the fluffy flour tortillas and lather them with runny eggs, sumptuous carne guisada and fries, then ladle a scoop of queso on top to finish.
—Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The look: sumptuous and sublimely textured, sophisticated without a hint of showiness.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2025
The room is also fitted with a fireplace, adding to the sumptuous feel.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sumptuous
Adjective
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Last Crumb's cookies are excellent edible gifts, with a luxurious flavor and mouthfeel and the price tag to match.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Accompanying the single, Cardi directed a luxurious visual alongside Patientce Foster.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For a deluxe edition track that debuted more than a year ago and which wasn’t pushed as a single, that’s a solid showing.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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In March, Ballerini released the deluxe version of her album Patterns.—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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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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Meanwhile, a beard provided a simpler solution: a luxuriant facial covering requiring only the occasional scissor trim—no barber necessary.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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Since turning into tourist hot spots, these lavish bathrooms helped drive Deji’s daily foot traffic to a record 335,000 during the Labor Day Golden Week in May.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
14 Aug. 2025
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Menu highlights include Bavarian pretzels, hot wings, pizza, burgers and lavish charcuterie boards.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Sumptuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sumptuous. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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