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opulent

[op-yuh-luhnt] / ˈɒp yə lənt /
ADJECTIVE
rich, luxurious, profuse
Synonyms
STRONGEST
deluxe extravagant lavish luscious ostentatious palatial plush sumptuous swank
WEAK
abundant affluent copious exuberant frilly luxuriant moneyed plentiful pretentious prodigal profusive prolific prosperous rich riotous showy upholstered velvet wealthy well-heeled well-off well-to-do
Antonyms
STRONGEST
economical poor small
WEAK
depressed destitute

Example Sentences

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There will be exchanges of gifts and displays of items related to Nigeria that are kept in the Royal Collection, before an opulent state banquet in St George's Hall.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Tamba — Walking into Tamba, you’re immediately struck by the opulent decor and warm welcome from the host.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

In September, the exes—who tied the knot in July 2022—tried their luck offloading the opulent abode again, listing it for $52 million in the hopes that a large price cut would help secure a buyer.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 5, 2026

The leaders met at the opulent Great Hall of the People, with Starmer telling Xi during their meeting that China is a "vital player on the global stage".

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

Chandresh asks when Marco reaches the suite that comprises the entire fifth story, each room lit by a multitude of Moroccan lanterns that cast fractured shadows over the opulent furniture.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern