LUXURIOUS Synonyms: 102 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'luxurious' distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of luxurious are sensual , sensuous , and voluptuous . While all these words mean "relating to or providing pleasure through gratification of the senses," luxurious suggests the indulgence of sensuous pleasure inducing bodily ease and languor. // a luxurious hotel

Q: When is it sensible to use 'sensual' instead of 'luxurious'?

The synonyms sensual and luxurious are sometimes interchangeable, but 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

Q: When is 'sensuous' a more appropriate choice than 'luxurious'?

In some situations, the words sensuous and luxurious are roughly equivalent. However, sensuous implies gratification of the senses for the sake of aesthetic pleasure. // the sensuous delights of great music

Q: When might 'voluptuous' be a better fit than 'luxurious'?

The meanings of voluptuous and luxurious largely overlap; however, voluptuous implies more strongly an abandonment especially to sensual pleasure. // a voluptuous feast

luxurious

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(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-əs

Definition of luxurious

as in deluxe

showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort the luxurious apartment was filled with the latest electronic gadgets and fine works of art

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given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires squandered his fortune in the relentless satisfaction of his luxurious tastes

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How is the word luxurious distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of luxurious are sensual, sensuous, and voluptuous. While all these words mean "relating to or providing pleasure through gratification of the senses," luxurious suggests the indulgence of sensuous pleasure inducing bodily ease and languor.

a luxurious hotel

When is it sensible to use sensual instead of luxurious?

The synonyms sensual and luxurious are sometimes interchangeable, but 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

When is sensuous a more appropriate choice than luxurious?

In some situations, the words sensuous and luxurious are roughly equivalent. However, sensuous implies gratification of the senses for the sake of aesthetic pleasure.

the sensuous delights of great music

When might voluptuous be a better fit than luxurious?

The meanings of voluptuous and luxurious largely overlap; however, voluptuous implies more strongly an abandonment especially to sensual pleasure.

a voluptuous feast

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Recent Examples of luxurious In remaking Ashe, the USTA is doing the same thing as every branch of the hospitality industry by catering to those for whom money is no object with the most luxurious, most exclusive, most over-the-top experiences imaginable. — Ben Ryder Howe, Curbed, 21 Aug. 2026 Ultra luxurious Sparrow Italia is located just down the street. — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026 The show is remarkably faithful and visually luxurious, putting a novel once thought unfilmable on the screen in grand style. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026 Quince has a luxurious collection of sling bags at affordable prices, and the shopper-favorite Sloane Handwoven Sling Bag is finally back in stock. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luxurious

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For families Studios, suites, and deluxe level kings are all spacious enough for families—but for the latter of those options be sure to book early, as there are only 16 up for grabs.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
In the years after Peart’s death, surviving Rush bassist/singer Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson worked on their individual solo projects while their classic albums were reissued as deluxe anniversary packages.

— David Chiu, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of deluxe

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This isn’t Musgraves’ first venture into lifestyle products with a distinctly sensual bent.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 21 Aug. 2026
With the new immersive sound system, orchestra impact becomes a matter of technology, giving individual instruments paranormal prominence and turning full orchestra glory into a sensual sound bath.

— Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of sensual

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Plans for the ultra-luxury Nobu condo building, where unit prices range from about $3 million to $60 million, include a Nobu restaurant and a wellness suite dedicated to biohacking and longevity.

— Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026
The family is presenting it as a private retreat or, with the right approvals, a possible ultra-luxury hospitality property.

— Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

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Take the paved footpath behind Zori past olive groves to reach the ACI Marina, its restaurants and the taxi boats that take you to Hvar Town and the notoriously hedonistic beach club, Carpe Diem, on the neighboring island of Marinkovac.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Johnson adds that Woodall’s Sal also represents Bourdain’s hedonistic side.

— Samantha Bergeson, Vanity Fair, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of hedonistic

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At the end of the fifth group, one girl’s face blossomed into a radiant flower, and another drew herself with luxuriant pigtails, standing beneath a bright red beating heart.

— James Gordon, Time, 14 July 2026
Daniel Mendelsohn, the most recent translator of the Odyssey, preserves that scheme, writing a detailed, luxuriant, often beautiful line.

— David Denby, New Yorker, 21 June 2026

Definition of luxuriant

Adjective

Marbella is once again attracting a moneyed, glamorous crowd, with sybaritic beach clubs, fashion pop-ups, standout restaurants, and sprawling spas that promise head-to-toe pampering.

— Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
In its archetypal form, the seduction plot features a sybaritic aristocrat who attempts to debauch an upstanding daughter of the bourgeoisie.

— Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 1 June 2026

Definition of sybaritic

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Lindsay Lohan wowed in a sleek minidress during a lavish family vacation in the French Riviera with her husband Bader Shammas and their 3-year-old son Luai.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 Aug. 2026
The Picture of Dorian Gray An enchanted portrait and a life of debauchery are at the core of this lavish literary horror by Oscar Wilde.

— Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026

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