sumptuous
adjective
entailing great expense, as from choice materials, fine work, etc.; costly.
sumptuousness
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a word derived from
sumptuous.
Example Sentences
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The attribution to Samuel is based on clues including the location of the tomb, the sumptuousness of the garment, the age of the deceased and an old fracture.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
The “Firebird” Suite blossomed in a rainbow of extravagant orchestral color, while Dudamel brought a new sumptuousness to “Rite of Spring.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2025
She stepped into her 16-year-old Isolde, and held the audience rapt for 20 more minutes of epiphanic sumptuousness.
From New York Times ● May 16, 2024
I recall being hesitant about the butter, but it added such a rounded, rich sumptuousness that olive oil just doesn't impart.
From Salon ● Mar. 12, 2023
In 1855, Charles Kean revived the play with his accustomed care and sumptuousness.
From Henry VIII and His Court 6th edition by Herbert Tree
