adjective
luxe
luks, or looks
Luxe (adjective) means expensive-looking and luxurious, especially in a sleek, fashionable way. Example: “Velvet cushions give the room a luxe feel for very little money.”
adjective
1
Expensive-looking and luxurious, especially in a sleek, fashionable way.
"Velvet cushions give the room a luxe feel for very little money."
"The brand does luxe basics at mid-range prices."
noun
1
Luxury, especially as a quality or look.
"The collection is all quiet luxe — no logos, very good fabric."
How to use luxe
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLooking rich and expensive.
When to use it
Chiefly fashion, beauty and interiors marketing; slightly modish in general prose.
Memory tip
Very common as the second half of a compound: "budget-luxe", "athluxe".
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Common pairings
luxe finish
quiet luxe
luxe fabrics
high-luxe
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Etymology
From French luxe, meaning "luxury", from Latin luxus "extravagance, excess".
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What is the difference between luxe and luxury?
Luxury is the standard noun and adjective for genuine high-end goods. Luxe is chiefly a style word from fashion and interiors, describing the look and feel of luxury — it can be applied to affordable products that simply appear expensive.
How do you pronounce luxe?
In English it is most often said as "luks", rhyming with "ducks". A closer-to-French "looks" is also heard, particularly in fashion writing.
What does deluxe mean in relation to luxe?
Deluxe comes from the French phrase de luxe, literally "of luxury", and marks a superior version of an ordinary product — a deluxe edition or a deluxe room. Luxe on its own is broader and describes an overall aesthetic.
What is the meaning of luxe?
"luxe" (adjective) means expensive-looking and luxurious, especially in a sleek, fashionable way.
