luxurious

adjective

lux·​u·​ri·​ous (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs 

(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-

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

Synonyms of luxurious

• deluxe
• luxury
• luxuriant
• lavish
• beautiful
• sumptuous

Choose the Right Synonym for luxurious

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

Recent Examples on the Web

For many families, the gleaming cruise ships offer an effortless and luxurious option for exploring the ocean. —Steve Adelstein, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026

Evening The peninsula is also home Da Nang’s most luxurious hotel – the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort. —Tamara Hinson, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026

At least 10 major cruise lines offer months-long itineraries that circle the globe, and the routes continue to get longer, more luxurious, more in-depth, and yes, more expensive. —Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026

Genesis's large luxury car has a refined interior and a luxurious exterior design. —Charles Singh, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4

Rhymes for luxurious

• usurious

Kids Definition

luxurious

adjective

lux·​u·​ri·​ous (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs 

(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-

1

: fond of luxury

2

: of, relating to, or marked by luxury

luxuriously adverb

luxuriousness noun