Synonyms of sumptuous

sumptuous

adjective

ˈsəm(p)(t)-shə-wəs 

as in luxurious

showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort

the cruise ship claims to offer sumptuous furnishings, exquisitely prepared cuisine, and stellar entertainment

Synonyms & Similar Words

• luxurious
• deluxe
• luxuriant
• luxury
• lavish
• beautiful
• opulent
• palatial
• palace
• plush
• silken
• expensive
• comfortable
• luxe
• gorgeous
• extravagant
• rich
• Babylonian
• impressive
• plushy
• magnificent
• premium
• costly
• precious
• Lucullan
• splendid
• showy
• regal
• imposing
• grandiose
• grand
• royal
• awesome
• dear
• majestic
• ostentatious
• pretentious
• baronial
• monumental
• cozy
• heroic
• awful
• kingly
• proud
• noble
• stately
• homelike
• august
• homey
• snug

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• humble
• austere
• ascetic
• economical
• meager
• spartan
• no-frills
• spare
• frugal
• thrifty
• stingy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sumptuous

Seashell cocktail goblets, sumptuous carpets, and soft fabric wall drapes in dreamy baby blue evoke silver screen-era Vegas. — Clare Coulson, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026

Crafted from the finest, lightest tweed, the dress—chosen by stylist Ramona Tabita—features a sumptuous knotted structure that opens into a generous back neckline and culminates in a majestic train that skims the red carpet. — Giacomo Aricò, Vogue, 5 Sep. 2026

This sumptuous scent features a lovely blend of coconut milk, orchid, and vetiver for a bright yet grounded fragrance. — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 1 Sep. 2026

Known for its sumptuous cuisine and delicious desserts, Italy has tourists lining up for gelato all over the peninsula. — Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026

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