villa

noun

ˈvi-lə How to pronounce villa (audio)
Definition of villanext
as in mansion
a large impressive residence a millionaire with a luxurious villa in Mexico

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Recent Examples of villa Annis, a fan-favorite Islander from Season 8 of the Peacock dating series, known for doing the splits in the villa, connected with viewers for her confidence, honesty, and passion for life. — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 29 July 2026 Certain tiers of stay will gain you Regency Club privileges, including the secluded and exclusive Attic bar, located within the historic villa. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026 The secluded compound contains 60 suites and three villas overlooking the Aegean Sea. — Melinda Sheckells, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Guests dine al fresco on the veranda of the historic villa, accompanied by live piano music. — Debby Rice, Mercury News, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for villa
Recent Examples of Synonyms for villa
  1. mansion
  2. hacienda
  3. manor
  4. castle
  5. estate
  6. palace
  7. house
Noun
  • Democratic leaders fear that the outlier opinions favoring police defunding may again tarnish the party's brand and sink its chances of gaining ground in Congress, governor's mansions and statehouses nationwide.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
  • Republicans are trying to reclaim the governor’s mansion after an eight-year absence.
    — Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
Definition of mansion
Noun
  • Situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, Marilyn purchased the 1929 Spanish Colonial Revival-style hacienda for $75,000 in early 1962.
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • The hotel has 150 rooms and suites, all with plush furnishings and impressive, hacienda-style architecture.
    — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026
Definition of hacienda
Noun
  • Evidently, Madonna was going industrial—the furthest possible cry from her lady-of-the-manor period in the early years of this century, when she was seen fetchingly clad in rustic tweeds.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 13 July 2026
  • For a honeymoon, Ireland offers everything from castle estates and countryside manors to dramatic coastlines and quiet villages.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of manor
Noun
  • All this simple man ever wanted was a pint of ale, a wee castle, and some respect.
    — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026
  • John Camacho Vidal, wine director at Terra Brooklyn, attributes part of Barolo’s allure to its royal history, with vineyards surrounding fairytale castles.
    — Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of castle
Noun
  • Funen is a historic spot known for its 123 castles and estates, and Odense is particularly lovely, with characterful old streets, lush greenery, and inspiring museums that add to its charm.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • George and Amal Clooney evacuated their 425-acre Provence wine estate in southeastern France amid the wildfires spreading across Europe.
    — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of estate
Noun
  • Theirs was a working-class community, nestled just a few blocks west of the presidential palace, that in recent years has been overrun by gangs and subjected to extreme and indiscriminate violence.
    — Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • The actual interior for the film’s palace was a set in Los Angeles.
    — Lea Tran, TheWeek, 29 July 2026
Definition of palace
Noun
  • Allen said the house needed to be gutted, the inside was deteriorating and termites were eating at the doors.
    — Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
  • New Delhi — For decades, India was relegated to fashion’s backyard, with its embroidery and garment export houses manufacturing everything from ready-to-wear to couture for the world’s biggest luxury brands.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Definition of house

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