sumptuous
7 synonyms and 3 antonyms for sumptuous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Lavish, luxurious, and clearly expensive.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
Antonyms
How to use sumptuous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sumptuous feast
sumptuous decor
sumptuous surroundings
Etymology
From Latin sūmptuōsus, from sūmptus ("expense"), itself from sūmō ("to take, spend").
Full origin of sumptuous →Frequently asked questions
What does “sumptuous” mean?
The word “sumptuous” means lavish, luxurious, and clearly expensive. In plain terms, extravagantly grand and expensive-looking.
How do you pronounce “sumptuous”?
“Sumptuous” is pronounced SUHMPT-shoo-uhs (/ˈsʌmptʃuəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “sumptuous” in a sentence?
Here is “sumptuous” used in a sentence: “They were served a sumptuous banquet in the palace hall.”
What part of speech is “sumptuous”?
“Sumptuous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “sumptuous” come from?
The word “sumptuous” comes from Latin. From Latin sūmptuōsus, from sūmptus ("expense"), itself from sūmō ("to take, spend").
