luxurious
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for luxurious, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely comfortable and high in quality, often expensively so.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use luxurious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French luxurios, from Latin luxuriosus, "excessive, extravagant" — from luxuria, "luxury".
Full origin of luxurious →Frequently asked questions
What does “luxurious” mean?
The word “luxurious” means extremely comfortable and high in quality, often expensively so. In plain terms, describes something rich, comfortable, and expensive-feeling.
How do you pronounce “luxurious”?
“Luxurious” is pronounced luhg-ZHOOR-ree-uhs (/lʌɡˈʒʊɹi.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “luxurious” in a sentence?
Here is “luxurious” used in a sentence: “The hotel suite had a luxurious marble bathroom and silk sheets.”
What part of speech is “luxurious”?
“Luxurious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “luxurious” come from?
The word “luxurious” comes from Latin. From Old French luxurios, from Latin luxuriosus, "excessive, extravagant" — from luxuria, "luxury".
Is “luxurious” a common word?
“Luxurious” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “luxurious” have?
“Luxurious” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extremely comfortable and high in quality, often expensively so.
What is the difference between "luxurious" and "luxury"?
"Luxury" is typically a noun referring to a state of great comfort or an indulgent item, while "luxurious" is the adjective form describing something extremely comfortable and high in quality, often expensively so. "A luxury hotel" uses "luxury" as a modifier, while "a luxurious hotel" uses the adjective form directly.
Can "luxurious" describe a person rather than a thing?
Yes. "Luxurious" can describe a person who is fond of, or used to, a life of luxury and comfort, in addition to describing objects, settings, or experiences that are extremely comfortable and high in quality.
What is the difference between "luxurious" and "lavish"?
"Luxurious" emphasizes comfort and high quality, often at expense, while "lavish" emphasizes abundance and generosity, sometimes to excess. Something can be lavish without being especially comfortable, whereas "luxurious" always centers on comfort and quality.