luxuriate

[luhg-zhoor-ee-eyt, luhk-shoor-]

verb (used without object)

luxuriated, luxuriating 

1. to enjoy oneself without stint; revel.

   to luxuriate in newly acquired wealth.

2. to grow fully or abundantly; thrive.

   The plants luxuriated in the new soil.

luxuriate

/ lʌɡˈzjʊərɪˌeɪt /

verb

1. (foll by in) to take voluptuous pleasure; revel

2. to flourish extensively or profusely

3. to live in a sumptuous way

Other Word Forms

• luxuriation noun
• unluxuriating adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of luxuriate¹

1615–25; < Latin luxuriātus, past participle of luxuriāre. See luxuriant, -ate ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of luxuriate¹

C17: from Latin luxuriāre

Example Sentences

He said she was an "emotional parasite" who fed off the couple's despair and "luxuriated" in offering them false hope.

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What we should really do is go over to YouTube and pull up the isolated vocals from “God Only Knows,” which allow you to luxuriate in Wilson’s obsession with the human voice.

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They offer a vacation destination for the mind, a world in which to luxuriate.

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I’ll also make some hot chocolate and then I’ll put on “The Great British Bake Off” show while I’m cooking, so I can really luxuriate in the Sunday chill vibes.

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And Strong, an enthusiastic cook, luxuriates in the bounty of fruits and vegetables growing around their home.

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