luxurious

adjective

lux·​u·​ri·​ous (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs How to pronounce luxurious (audio)
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
Synonyms of luxurious
1
: characterized by opulence, sumptuousness, or rich abundance : of, relating to, or marked by luxury
luxurious accommodations
2
: pleasure loving : fond of luxury or self-indulgence
luxurious tastes
luxurious feeling
3
: of the finest and richest kind
luxurious cashmeres
a luxurious chocolate sauce
4
: lecherous
luxuriously adverb
luxuriousness noun

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sensuous, sensual, luxurious, voluptuous mean relating to or providing pleasure through gratification of the senses.

sensuous implies gratification of the senses for the sake of aesthetic pleasure.

the sensuous delights of great music

sensual tends to imply the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of the physical appetites as ends in themselves.

a life devoted to sensual pleasures

luxurious suggests the indulgence of sensuous pleasure inducing bodily ease and languor.

a luxurious hotel

voluptuous implies more strongly an abandonment especially to sensual pleasure.

a voluptuous feast

Examples of luxurious in a Sentence

one of the country's most luxurious resorts a store that caters to the luxurious tastes of the rich
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The 101 rooms and 57 suites feel contemporary and quietly luxurious with high ceilings, plush carpeting, and white wood paneling—not to mention Marshall Bluetooth speakers and Dyson hairdryers. — Eddi Fiegel, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2026 The best daybeds are chameleonic pieces that double as a luxurious windowside lounge, a sleeper sofa, or an extra spot for last-minute overnight guests—no need to shop for a new mattress just yet. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026 In a classic Americana-resort way, the hotel offers various meal plans that make grabbing a bite feel a bit like being at a luxurious summer camp. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 At the same time, the more affordable made-to-measure department is also taking up a larger space to offer a more generous and luxurious feel. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luxurious

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4

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The first known use of luxurious was in the 14th century

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“Luxurious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luxurious. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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luxurious

adjective
lux·​u·​ri·​ous (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs How to pronounce luxurious (audio)
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
1
: fond of luxury
2
: of, relating to, or marked by luxury
luxuriously adverb
luxuriousness noun
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