sumptuous
adjective
sump·tu·ous
ˈsəm(p)(t)-shə-wəs 
-shəs,
-shwəs
: extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
sumptuous banquets
a sumptuous residence
also
: magnificent sense 4
sumptuously
adverb
sumptuousness
noun
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The word sumptuous typically describes things that can only be had at some significant expense, a fact that keeps the modern English word tied to its Latin source: sumptus, meaning "expense." Another English adjective, sumptuary, has the same Latin source, but today is found mostly in the context of sumptuary laws, largely historical regulations limiting extravagant expenditures and habits, especially on moral or religious grounds.
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the cruise ship claims to offer sumptuous furnishings, exquisitely prepared cuisine, and stellar entertainment
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The more spacious suites graduate to king-size beds and sumptuous baths surrounded by boldly colorful tiles.
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Tony Perrottet, Travel + Leisure, 14 Dec. 2024
There was simply no precedent for an artist on or even near Bey’s level releasing any kind of secret musical project on an unsuspecting pop world – let alone one this good, let alone one with an incredibly sumptuous and enriching full-length visual accompaniment.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 3 Dec. 2024
Further inside the home is the sumptuous living room with arched French doors that frame the views of the reflection pool.
—Emma Reynolds, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Onassis introduces himself to her boldly, the movie shows, in 1959, by hosting a sumptuous party in her honor at a time when both of them are married to other people.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
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Tony Perrottet, Travel + Leisure, 14 Dec. 2024
There was simply no precedent for an artist on or even near Bey’s level releasing any kind of secret musical project on an unsuspecting pop world – let alone one this good, let alone one with an incredibly sumptuous and enriching full-length visual accompaniment.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 3 Dec. 2024
Further inside the home is the sumptuous living room with arched French doors that frame the views of the reflection pool.
—Emma Reynolds, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Onassis introduces himself to her boldly, the movie shows, in 1959, by hosting a sumptuous party in her honor at a time when both of them are married to other people.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
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“Sumptuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sumptuous. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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sumptuous
adjective
sump·tu·ous
ˈsəm(p)-ch(ə-w)əs
sumptuously
adverb
sumptuousness
noun
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