Luxuriant Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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luxuriant

[lสŒษกหˆส’สŠษ™riษ™nt ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

description of vegetation

characterized by rich or profuse growth; lush, abundant, or opulent

Synonyms

abundant, lush, opulent.

Examples of usage

  • The luxuriant tropical rainforest was teeming with life.
  • The garden was filled with luxuriant flowers and plants.
Context #2 | Adjective

description of hair or beard

thick, healthy, and attractive

Synonyms

attractive, healthy, thick.

Examples of usage

  • He had luxuriant locks of hair that many envied.
  • Her luxuriant beard was the envy of all the men.

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Origin of 'luxuriant'

The word 'luxuriant' originated from the Latin word 'luxurians', which means 'abounding'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. The term has evolved to describe rich, lush, or abundant growth, whether in vegetation or other contexts.


See also: luxuriance, luxurious, luxuriously.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,675, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.