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Lavishly: meaning, definitions and examples

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lavishly

 

[ ˈlæv.ɪʃ.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

describing spending or decorating

In a rich or extravagant manner; in a way that involves great expense.

Synonyms

extravagantly, luxuriously, opulently, plushly, sumptuously

Examples of usage

  • They lived lavishly in a mansion with a private pool.
  • The party was lavishly decorated with flowers and lights.
  • She was dressed lavishly in a designer gown.
  • The hotel room was lavishly furnished with plush carpets and gold fixtures.
  • He spent lavishly on gifts for his family.

Translations

Translations of the word "lavishly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 luxuosamente

🇮🇳 शानदार तरीके से

🇩🇪 aufwändig

🇮🇩 mewah

🇺🇦 розкішно

🇵🇱 wystawnie

🇯🇵 豪華に (ごうかに)

🇫🇷 luxueusement

🇪🇸 lujosamente

🇹🇷 gösterişli bir şekilde

🇰🇷 사치스럽게

🇸🇦 بترف

🇨🇿 okázale

🇸🇰 okázalo

🇨🇳 奢华地 (shēhuá de)

🇸🇮 razkošno

🇮🇸 ríkmannlega

🇰🇿 салтанатпен

🇬🇪 ფუფუნებით

🇦🇿 dəbdəbəli şəkildə

🇲🇽 lujosamente

Word origin

The word 'lavishly' originates from the Middle English word 'lavyssh' which means liberal or bountiful. Over time, the word evolved to signify extravagant spending or decorating. The concept of living lavishly has been associated with wealth and luxury throughout history, with displays of opulence often used to demonstrate power and status.

See also: lavishness.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,096, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.