dolce vita

noun

dol·​ce vi·​ta ˌdōl-chā-ˈvē-(ˌ)tä How to pronounce dolce vita (audio)
: a life of indolence and self-indulgence

called also la dolce vita

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As with all Nobu Hotels the look here is Japanese minimalism; however, there will be a distinct dolce vita design twist on the rooftop terrace. Nicole Trilivas, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025 Introducing the dolce vita bob: a collarbone-grazing cut with soft, weightless waves — and heaps of retro Italian glamour. Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 1 Apr. 2025 Marinated in the essence and spirit of its 1950s heyday, the hotel captures the golden era of Mediterranean sophistication and dolce vita glamor. Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023 Beyond all the decadence and dolce vita, the show was on home turf, all but guaranteeing blockbuster success. Amy Verner, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dolce vita

Word History

Etymology

Italian, literally, sweet life

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dolce vita was in 1961

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“Dolce vita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dolce%20vita. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.

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