luxe

adjective

ˈlu̇ks How to pronounce luxe (audio) ˈləks How to pronounce luxe (audio) ˈlüks How to pronounce luxe (audio)
variants or less commonly lux
Synonyms of luxenext
: luxurious, sumptuous
Five bedrooms are on the second floor, highlighted by the primary suite with luxe bathroom.—Joey Morona
Glam up a room with luxe fabrics.—Danielle Blundell
… this lux apartment (on paper at least) has it all: a 24-hour valet car service, spa, fitness center, pool, 24/7 room service and views of the … New Orleans skyline …—Gabrielle Korein
luxe noun
or less commonly lux

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Examples of luxe in a Sentence

we stayed only in luxe accommodations on the trip through the Loire Valley
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The suede trim against the sleek leather on these Gola ballet flat sneakers is so luxe and cool-girl-coded. — Anna Traver, InStyle, 5 Sep. 2026 Throw these on before work for an instantly luxe and polished look that’s secretly breathable, stretchy, and sweat-wicking. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2026 The new luxe band is designed to look like an upscale piece of jewelry, not a device. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 4 Sep. 2026 Think of them as the fancier, more luxe version of the comfort food classic. — Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luxe

Word History

Etymology

French, from Latin luxus — more at luxury

First Known Use

1812, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of luxe was in 1812

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“Luxe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luxe. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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