luxurious
UK: lʌɡˈʒʊəriəs | US: lʌɡˈʒʊriəs
adj. rich and superior in quality or comfort
adj. characterized by extravagance or excess
adj. indulging in pleasures that are costly or refined
luxurious = luxur<excess> + ious<adjective suffix>
- luxur (from Latin luxuria, meaning "excess, extravagance")
- ious (adjective-forming suffix indicating "full of" or "characterized by")
Etymology Origin:
The word "luxurious" traces back to the Latin luxuria, which originally meant "exuberance" or "rank growth" (as in plants). Over time, it evolved to signify excessive indulgence in pleasure or comfort, reflecting societal associations of wealth with abundance. The suffix -ious (from Latin -iosus) was added to form the adjective, emphasizing a state of being "full of luxury." This progression mirrors the cultural shift from natural abundance to human-made opulence.
The hotel suite was decorated in a luxurious style with gold accents and silk drapes.
She enjoyed a luxurious bath scented with rare oils.
His lifestyle became increasingly luxurious after his business succeeded.
The car’s interior featured luxurious leather seats.
They dined at a luxurious restaurant overlooking the ocean.