1
as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
an opulent upper crust that liked to show off its possessions
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as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
an opulent mansion filled with priceless art and antiques
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Recent Examples of opulent
But not just any hotel—the Ponce de Leon, Henry Flagler’s opulent Spanish Revival-style hotel.
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
While more than half of Equatorial Guinea’s population lives in poverty, the community of Mongomo boasts opulent developments, including golf courses and luxury infrastructure funded by government investment.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
Their taste runs so deeply Hollywood, their references so opulent and cinematic, that even a drink tray—in its cream lacquer and chrome border—tempts a standing ovation.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 Apr. 2026
It’s understood that there’s nothing more difficult than being a successful editor, therapist, or author, even with a stash of pill bottles in a wicker basket beside an opulent floral arrangement.
—Libby Gelman-Waxner, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2026
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
While more than half of Equatorial Guinea’s population lives in poverty, the community of Mongomo boasts opulent developments, including golf courses and luxury infrastructure funded by government investment.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
Their taste runs so deeply Hollywood, their references so opulent and cinematic, that even a drink tray—in its cream lacquer and chrome border—tempts a standing ovation.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 Apr. 2026
It’s understood that there’s nothing more difficult than being a successful editor, therapist, or author, even with a stash of pill bottles in a wicker basket beside an opulent floral arrangement.
—Libby Gelman-Waxner, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opulent
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Voters may soon be able to decide whether to impose a one-time tax on the state's wealthiest residents, aimed at raising cash to cope with federal cuts and the state budget deficit.—
Steve Large,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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But isn’t this, at least in spirit, what many on the left criticize when wealthy taxpayers find ways to avoid paying more?—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Dry Goods and its sibling stores, Wild Life and Workshop, had music from former first lady of France Carla Bruni playing over the stereo and were heavy on Belgian and Japanese lines that were equal parts luxurious (silk) and frumpy (boxy).—
Marisa Meltzer,
Vanity Fair,
28 Apr. 2026
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The luxurious-feeling moisturizer contains a ferment concentrate to fade sun spots or dark spots, and to combat wrinkles for a more resilient finish.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
27 Apr. 2026
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The culinary program leans into Ecuadorian heritage, from Galápagos lobster and freshly caught tuna to cheeses aged in volcanic lava tunnels and rich Ecuadorian chocolate desserts.—
David Morris,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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Prunes and other fiber-rich foods can help support digestion and prevent constipation.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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But now all that luxuriant coat is starting to come off.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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The luxuriant texture combined with the umami depth-charge can stun a table into silence.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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In the District of Columbia, even affluent families have access to two full years of prekindergarten, while neighboring Virginia has a far less robust program.—
Moriah Balingit,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Its outdated business model, exorbitant levels of debt, and years of general mismanagement is unloved by investors and out of step with what the market demands today — more premium seating targeting affluent and business travelers.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Silver Ray offers an upbeat, energetic vibe rarely felt on ultra-luxury ships.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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The latter may reestablish Cadillac as a performance brand, while the former — a handmade bespoke offering that starts at $400,000 — brings ultra-luxury levels back to the iconic company.—
Jackie Charniga,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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The business’s core package goes for $729 and includes the rental of one camcorder for a week and a three- to five-minute edited video from the Wedding Weekender team; a deluxe package bumps the deal up to two camcorders and a five- to seven-minute video and costs $989.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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Accessibility Accessible city king, city double, and deluxe city king rooms are available.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Apr. 2026
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Vertical’s lavish Saudi-shot epic Desert Warrior opened to $472k on 1,010 screens.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
26 Apr. 2026
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Mountainaire, an eleven-person luxury cabin in Hampshire County along the North River, is the picture of rustic elegance; enjoy lavish meals at the French farm table, light fires in the outdoor fireplace, and snuggle into your vintage four-poster iron bed.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Opulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opulent. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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