sumptuous
adjective
sump·tu·ous
ˈsəm(p)(t)-shə-wəs 
-shəs,
-shwəs
: extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
sumptuous banquets
a sumptuous residence
also
: magnificent sense 4
sumptuously
adverb
sumptuousness
noun
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The word sumptuous typically describes things that can only be had at some significant expense, a fact that keeps the modern English word tied to its Latin source: sumptus, meaning "expense." Another English adjective, sumptuary, has the same Latin source, but today is found mostly in the context of sumptuary laws, largely historical regulations limiting extravagant expenditures and habits, especially on moral or religious grounds.
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the cruise ship claims to offer sumptuous furnishings, exquisitely prepared cuisine, and stellar entertainment
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The food is just as mind-blowing, with options from sumptuous sushi to rich ragu pasta.
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Rebekah Evans, The Week Uk, theweek, 18 Nov. 2024
First, its gorgeous Hong Kong setting is sumptuous to take in, though this pleasure has been made complicated by the political sensitivities surrounding the city in the years since the production was shot.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2024
The sumptuous breakfast buffet stretches as far as the eye can see, and the nightly five-course dinner – with wine pairing – is a thing of rare culinary splendour.
—James Rampton, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024
The Maxi-Dress Look: Pair these sumptuous chocolate brown boots with a soft dress and jacket in the same shade.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2024
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Rebekah Evans, The Week Uk, theweek, 18 Nov. 2024
First, its gorgeous Hong Kong setting is sumptuous to take in, though this pleasure has been made complicated by the political sensitivities surrounding the city in the years since the production was shot.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2024
The sumptuous breakfast buffet stretches as far as the eye can see, and the nightly five-course dinner – with wine pairing – is a thing of rare culinary splendour.
—James Rampton, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024
The Maxi-Dress Look: Pair these sumptuous chocolate brown boots with a soft dress and jacket in the same shade.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Sumptuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sumptuous. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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sumptuous
adjective
sump·tu·ous
ˈsəm(p)-ch(ə-w)əs
sumptuously
adverb
sumptuousness
noun
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