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How is the word lavish distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of lavish are exuberant, lush, luxuriant, prodigal, and profuse. While all these words mean "giving or given out in great abundance," lavish suggests an unstinted or unmeasured profusion.

a lavish party

When might exuberant be a better fit than lavish?

The words exuberant and lavish are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, exuberant implies marked vitality or vigor in what produces abundantly.

an exuberant imagination

In what contexts can lush take the place of lavish?

In some situations, the words lush and lavish are roughly equivalent. However, lush suggests rich, soft luxuriance.

a lush green lawn

When is it sensible to use luxuriant instead of lavish?

Although the words luxuriant and lavish have much in common, luxuriant suggests a rich and splendid abundance.

a luxuriant beard

When is prodigal a more appropriate choice than lavish?

The synonyms prodigal and lavish are sometimes interchangeable, but prodigal implies reckless or wasteful lavishness threatening to lead to early exhaustion of resources.

prodigal spending

When would profuse be a good substitute for lavish?

The meanings of profuse and lavish largely overlap; however, profuse implies pouring forth without restraint.

profuse apologies

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of lavish
Adjective
Cannon’s ruling came as Trump offered her lavish praise during Tuesday’s news conference. Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 8 Jan. 2025 Advertisement For now, the lavish vinyl reissues will have to do. Ernesto Lechner, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
In a statement at the time, Buzbee lavished praise on Ashley Solis, the first woman to file a lawsuit against Watson. Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024 Muti lavishes attention and consideration on gestural details like few others, and his uncompromising specificity made for riveting listening. Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lavish 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lavish
Adjective
  • But aggressive fire suppression and inattention to urban overgrowth have left excessive, easy-to-ignite vegetation in many areas.
    Justin Angle, The Conversation, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Forgiveness for students who saw excessive loan interest after 10 or 20 years would likely no longer be an option.
    Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The cruel irony is that water is currently abundant in Los Angeles.
    Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
  • At the heart of the case against seed oils are concerns about the omega-6 fatty acids that are abundant in them.
    Erica Sloan, SELF, 13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Subtle Sage Green Decor Idea In this formal living space, a pair of accent chairs upholstered in a luxurious sage green velvet fabric bring in a refreshing pop of color.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
  • The former private residence now offers seven luxurious suites and four ballrooms, which host some of the city’s most notable events, with over 150 additional guest rooms set in the hotel’s contemporary tower.
    Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The policy changes from the new law will heap more administrative work on the Social Security Administration, which is already at its lowest staffing level in decades.
    Fatima Hussein, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The kitchen turns out homemade pastrami, corned beef, bone-in turkey and more — heaped into classics (e.g. hot brisket) and 20 specialty sandwiches.
    Anna Spiegel, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • In his letter, Sarandos evoked the nearly 30 years he’s spent in the city.
    Todd Spangler, Variety, 13 Jan. 2025
  • The game involved is 200X The Cash and Jarett Allen of Burnsville said he was inspired to spend the $30 based on his father’s enthusiasm for the game.
    Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The gang leader wasn't greedy with his newfound riches, though, instead showering family and close friends with extravagant gifts.
    Matt Cabral, EW.com, 12 Jan. 2025
  • As for the gifts, though in this case extravagant, aren’t those part of a writer’s life as well?
    Han Ong, The New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • While rain has been plentiful in the northern part of the state, Southern California has been bone dry, with only 0.03 of an inch of rain falling at LAX in the last three months of 2024.
    Ned Kleiner, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
  • The possibilities are plentiful, if other thermochromic products are anything to go by.
    Michael Irving, New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • To make room for a primary suite that occupies the second level, Taft-Gersten added a dormer at the back of the house to accommodate ample closets, a sitting area, and a deluxe bathroom.
    Stacie Stukin, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Following La Pantera Negra and its deluxe version, both released this year, Myke Towers surprises with a third album dubbed Lyke Miike.
    Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 27 Dec. 2024

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