Lavishest: meaning, definitions and examples
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lavishest
[ ˈlævɪʃɪst ]
degree of generosity
Lavishest is the superlative form of the adjective 'lavish', which describes something that is extravagant, profuse, or characterized by abundance. It often implies a degree of opulence or luxury that stands out as the highest or most excessive. This term indicates the utmost level of generosity, expenditure, or elaboration. In various contexts, it can refer to celebrations, gifts, lifestyles, or any display that goes above and beyond what is considered normal or necessary.
Synonyms
most extravagant, most luxurious, most opulent.
Examples of usage
- The lavishest wedding of the year was held at the palace.
- He threw the lavishest party to celebrate his success.
- The hotel is known for its lavishest suites and amenities.
Translations
Translations of the word "lavishest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais luxuoso
🇮🇳 सबसे भव्य
🇩🇪 am luxuriösesten
🇮🇩 paling mewah
🇺🇦 найрозкішніший
🇵🇱 najbardziej luksusowy
🇯🇵 最も贅沢な
🇫🇷 le plus luxueux
🇪🇸 el más lujoso
🇹🇷 en lüks
🇰🇷 가장 호화로운
🇸🇦 الأكثر فخامة
🇨🇿 nejluxusnější
🇸🇰 najluxusnejší
🇨🇳 最奢华的
🇸🇮 najrazkošnejši
🇮🇸 luxuslegast
🇰🇿 ең сәнді
🇬🇪 ყველაზე მდიდრული
🇦🇿 ən lüks
🇲🇽 el más lujoso
Etymology
The word 'lavish' originates from the Middle English term 'lavissh', which means 'profuse' or 'extravagant'. It is derived from the Old French 'lavish', meaning 'to wash'. The connection to washing indicates a sense of abundance, as if pouring out or letting flow abundantly. Over time, the term evolved from its literal sense to encompass notions of excessiveness and extravagance, particularly in terms of spending and generosity. The superlative form 'lavishest' indicates the highest degree of this characteristic and has been used in English literature since at least the 16th century to emphasize the extreme nature of opulence or generosity in various contexts, including celebrations, lifestyles, and gifts.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,742, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.