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
Belmond's Britannic Explorer offers three-day journeys through Cornwall, the Lake District, and Wales aboard an opulent eight-carriage train.
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Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2025
The Hearst Castle segment features the opulent residence in several configurations.
—Daniella Walsh, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
And like many of the opulent Four Seasons properties in Asia, the spa here is a major attraction.
—John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Feig elaborated on his inspiration, revealing a serendipitous connection to the film's opulent Italian setting.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2025
The Hearst Castle segment features the opulent residence in several configurations.
—Daniella Walsh, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
And like many of the opulent Four Seasons properties in Asia, the spa here is a major attraction.
—John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Feig elaborated on his inspiration, revealing a serendipitous connection to the film's opulent Italian setting.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opulent
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About 40 percent came from families too wealthy to have qualified previously.—
Annie Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 July 2025
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Newport Mansions, Rhode Island Newport is heavily associated with the Gilded Age, as wealthy families owned summer retreats in this coastal community.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Joe Raedle/Getty Images The cabin will be preset to be at the customer's ideal temperature ahead of their meeting and the concierge will help connect phones to the vehicle to run Apple CarPlay. Dropping off the vehicle is designed to be as easy and luxurious as pickup.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 July 2025
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Despite being booked and busy during her visit in Turkey, Lopez will get to enjoy the Regnum Carya’s most luxurious and relaxing accommodation, the Crown Villa, the property tells PEOPLE.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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My Feelings is a rare kind of film: emotionally rich, effortlessly paced and surprisingly funny.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Terra-cotta Tiles Terra-cotta tiles are rich, rustic, and wonderfully versatile.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 July 2025
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As for Latin America, Sao Paulo and Mexico City experienced the steepest declines, falling out of favor among the affluent elite.—
India Brown,
Robb Report,
15 July 2025
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The strategy angered many community groups and activists, who said TIF financing is supposed to be reserved for blighted communities, not affluent areas like Lincoln Park.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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Meanwhile, a beard provided a simpler solution: a luxuriant facial covering requiring only the occasional scissor trim—no barber necessary.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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Peak wildflower season in the high alpine environment is likely about a month away, but wildflowers at lower elevations in the high country are popping amid luxuriant green meadows and aspen trees aglow with brilliant chartreuse leaves.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
12 June 2025
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Clean your pearls with a polishing cloth and a pearl safe spray, our deluxe cleaning kit is perfect for the job.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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There are several clusters of bedrooms throughout the house, but the deluxe primary suite is a true showstopper with a fireplace, a sitting room with a wet bar, and access to a private deck overlooking the grounds.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
7 July 2025
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At this point, the major labels are practically giving away disks, throwing them into large boxes, sometimes with lavish notes and photos, sometimes with contemptuous bareness.—
David Denby,
New Yorker,
20 July 2025
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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sánchez wed in a lavish ceremony that took place on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, Italy, on June 27.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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“Opulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opulent. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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