1
as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
an opulent upper crust that liked to show off its possessions
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as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
an opulent mansion filled with priceless art and antiques
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Recent Examples of opulent
Designed by Karl Lagerfeld for the opulent 1992 fall couture show, Kardashian’s black gown features a Medusa-style corset with a structured bodice and delicate spaghetti straps, falling into a pleated black silk skirt and chiffon jellyfish underskirt.
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Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
Still, refinement was not wanting; a novel sliding roof opened the entire top of the car, whose interior featured opulent fabric upholstery and Lalique ashtrays.
—Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
But behind the opulent, palatial walls and immaculate gardens are secrets and scandals just waiting to be uncovered.
—Rosemary Rossi, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
Guests will still find W’s unique playful spirit on display but will now also enjoy a more opulent experience that seamlessly blends the splendor of the natural surroundings with cutting-edge architecture and design.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
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Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
Still, refinement was not wanting; a novel sliding roof opened the entire top of the car, whose interior featured opulent fabric upholstery and Lalique ashtrays.
—Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
But behind the opulent, palatial walls and immaculate gardens are secrets and scandals just waiting to be uncovered.
—Rosemary Rossi, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
Guests will still find W’s unique playful spirit on display but will now also enjoy a more opulent experience that seamlessly blends the splendor of the natural surroundings with cutting-edge architecture and design.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opulent
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Trump's inaugural, right behind them three wealthiest guys in America.—
Meghan Mistry,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2025
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Accrington were not and are not a wealthy club, and Barry paid out of his own pocket to go on a series of courses, including one about the benefits of meditation.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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The rustic yet luxurious accommodations range from studios to three-bedroom penthouses, offering oceanfront or mountain views.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Pairing a utilitarian staple, like cargo pants, with overtly luxurious piece (such as a vintage fur coat or heritage bag) gives your ’fit a captivating touch of the unexpected.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
21 Mar. 2025
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Located in the Central Embassy mall, the restaurant specializes in Thai boat noodles—an aromatic soup made with rich, spiced broth, pork or beef, herbs, and the signature ingredient, a little pig or cow’s blood.—
Regan Stephens,
Vogue,
23 Mar. 2025
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The style is classic yet rustic, with smooth planks, a rich stain, decorative moldings along the rim, and baseboards along the bottom.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Mar. 2025
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Compared to Windows users there is also the notion that Apple fans tend to be more affluent, and that could mean richer pickings once an account is compromised.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Af Klint was born in 1862 into an affluent, noble Swedish family with a nautical lineage—both her father and grandfather were high-ranking officers in the Swedish Navy.—
Jay Cheshes,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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It is also known as Damask or Damascene rose and is revered for its luxuriant scent.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
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Fukuda-san is perfectly bald, with a luxuriant mustache.—
Gary Shteyngart,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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In April, Riot Games and Virgin Music Group will team up for a deluxe version of the Arcane League of Legends Season 2 soundtrack, adding to a roster that already includes heavyweights such as Stray Kids, Twenty One Pilots and Sheryl Lee Ralph.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
20 Mar. 2025
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Now, Pearce is ready to close that Hummingbird chapter with the deluxe release that serendipitously tied the albums together.—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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Follow Lewis for a deep dive into the world of luxury hotels, cruises, lavish spas, gourmet restaurants, and more.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Stay Here: Opening its lavish doors in 1887, Hotel Splendide Royale calls to mind the gilded age of travel with its glamorous details, like dense drapery in the guest rooms and wallpaper that coordinates with the bedspreads.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Opulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opulent. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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