opulence
noun
op·u·lence
ˈä-pyə-lən(t)s 
Examples of opulence in a Sentence
in some parts of the city nearly unimaginable opulence can be found side by side with nearly unthinkable poverty
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When asked about differences between American and Middle Eastern home entertaining, Stewart observed that the region tends toward greater opulence.
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Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 28 Nov. 2025
One of my favorite details is the double front doors that add an extra touch of opulence.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
One example is the prevalence of wearing gold to symbolize opulence and magnetism.
—Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
The new cruises will bring travelers the expertise of the Smithsonian Institution combined with the opulence of an ultra-luxurious cruise.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2025
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Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 28 Nov. 2025
One of my favorite details is the double front doors that add an extra touch of opulence.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
One example is the prevalence of wearing gold to symbolize opulence and magnetism.
—Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
The new cruises will bring travelers the expertise of the Smithsonian Institution combined with the opulence of an ultra-luxurious cruise.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for opulence
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“Opulence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/opulence. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.
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opulence
noun
op·u·lence
ˈäp-yə-lən(t)s
: great wealth
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