Advertisement
luxury
[luhk-shuh-ree, luhg-zhuh-]
noun
plural
luxuriesa material object, service, etc., conducive to sumptuous living, usually a delicacy, elegance, or refinement of living rather than a necessity.
Gold cufflinks were a luxury not allowed for in his budget.
free or habitual indulgence in or enjoyment of comforts and pleasures in addition to those necessary for a reasonable standard of well-being.
a life of luxury on the French Riviera.
a means of ministering to such indulgence or enjoyment.
This travel plan gives you the luxury of choosing which countries you can visit.
a pleasure out of the ordinary allowed to oneself.
the luxury of an extra piece of the cake.
a foolish or worthless form of self-indulgence.
the luxury of self-pity.
Archaic., lust; lasciviousness; lechery.
adjective
of, relating to, or affording luxury.
a luxury hotel.
luxury
/ ˈlʌkʃərɪ /
noun
indulgence in and enjoyment of rich, comfortable, and sumptuous living
(sometimes plural) something that is considered an indulgence rather than a necessity
something pleasant and satisfying
the luxury of independence
(modifier) relating to, indicating, or supplying luxury
a luxury liner
Other Word Forms
- semiluxury noun
- superluxury noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of luxury1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
Their presence on the right means the Conservatives right now don't have the luxury of assuming they will always be the number two.
Four people have been diagnosed with sepsis after eating at a luxury restaurant in Stockholm as part of a suspected listeria outbreak.
New details about a floating public garden, which will be part of a nearly $5-billion luxury housing and hotel complex, were unveiled on Thursday by its London-based developer.
A wine buyer for a major California grocery chain allegedly accepted lavish vacations, luxury watches, prepaid gift cards and other bribes in exchange for carrying certain wines, according to charges filed by prosecutors.
For Tchine, a standout in the London Pulse side who swept to their first Super League title this year, the "wow" moment came at the Lionesses' luxury hangout.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse