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 The clothes are a new bohemian story, where an unbothered and gritty vibe intersects with luxury and sumptuous structure. — Rebecca Suhrawardi, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 There was strong bidding for a handful of standout works—including two sumptuous still lifes by Jan van Huysum—even as buyers passed on three lots and a fourth was withdrawn before reaching the block. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 30 June 2026 The record flopped — but their next, Sounds of Silence, fared better, thanks to their sumptuous harmonies and Garfunkel’s hauntingly emotive voice. — Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 The sumptuous production, directed by LaTanya Richardson Jackson with solidarity for Cleage’s characters, provides a marvelous showcase for Woodward to slink around on Beowulf Boritt’s glamorous five-star set in costume designer Emilio Sosa’s inspired Pucci-esque outfits. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sumptuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sumptuous
  1. luxurious
  2. deluxe
  3. luxuriant
  4. luxury
  5. lavish
Adjective
  • International flights often carry a high premium compared with domestic routes — and the planes serving them generally have more luxurious seats on board.
    — Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 19 July 2026
  • Kidman, who recently celebrated her 59th birthday, ensured Antonia’s 55th birthday celebration was one for the books with a luxurious stop in Portofino.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 18 July 2026
Definition of luxurious
Adjective
  • This is the first time Dry Cleaning have released a deluxe version of any of their albums.
    — Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026
  • My deluxe studio was an entry-level accommodation, with the green and blue color palate that all of the rooms employed to reflect the natural themes of the resort.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Definition of deluxe
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
Definition of luxuriant
Adjective
  • Ultra-wealthy buyers drive up home prices Daryl Fairweather, the chief economist at Redfin, said the gulf between the luxury and non-luxury housing markets in Miami and West Palm Beach is driven by South Florida’s ultra-wealthy buyers.
    — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
  • Dream of the Desert, the kingdom’s first ultra-luxury train, is due to start running at the end of the year, with cabins from $8,000 a night.
    — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 13 July 2026
Definition of luxury
Adjective
  • Rather than building every lavish living room and sweeping residence on a soundstage, productions often turn to real-life properties that help define their characters and set the tone.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 July 2026
  • The shoreline is like the Hamptons, rich folks and lavish houses, but the on the dangerous mountain face above is the ghetto.
    — Josh Fox, IndieWire, 17 July 2026
Definition of lavish

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