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

• Babylonian
• deluxe
• lavish
• Lucullan
• Lucullian
• luxe
• luxuriant
• luxury
• opulent
• palace
• palatial
• plush
• plushy
• silken
• 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

Investors consistently see key tourist areas like Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah as top choices that offer luxurious living options with high rental yields. —Johan Hajji, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024

Thirteen former Advance Prep players and coaches told USA TODAY their experiences were far from luxurious, though some enjoyed their time. —Chris Quintana, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024

Perfect for a loved one who appreciates the finer things, this perfume is a luxurious gift that won’t strain your budget but will certainly be cherished. —Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024

Philo's first collection under her eponymous label instantly sold out, with fans rapidly dropping thousands to get their hands on her luxurious coats, silky tops, and cool sculptural shoes. —Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4

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