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Luxuriating: meaning, definitions and examples

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luxuriating

 

[ lʌkˈʒʊəriˌeɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

enjoyment, relaxation

Luxuriating refers to the act of indulging oneself in great comfort, pleasure, or luxury. This can involve pampering oneself with lavish experiences, such as spa treatments, gourmet meals, or extravagant vacations. The term often conveys a sense of deep relaxation and satisfaction, where one immerses in the luxuries of life. It can be seen as a way to escape from everyday stresses and responsibilities. People might luxuriate in various forms of recreation as a form of self-care.

Synonyms

enjoying, indulging, pampering, relaxing, reveling.

Examples of usage

  • She spent the afternoon luxuriating in a bubble bath.
  • They were luxuriating in the sun on the beach.
  • He enjoyed luxuriating in his plush new recliner.
  • The hotel offered a package for guests to luxuriate in their spa services.

Translations

Translations of the word "luxuriating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 luxuriante

🇮🇳 विलासिता में

🇩🇪 genießen

🇮🇩 berfoya-foya

🇺🇦 розкошувати

🇵🇱 luksusowy

🇯🇵 贅沢する

🇫🇷 se vautrer

🇪🇸 lujo

🇹🇷 lüks içinde yaşamak

🇰🇷 사치스럽게 지내다

🇸🇦 التلذذ

🇨🇿 luxusní

🇸🇰 luxusný

🇨🇳 奢侈

🇸🇮 razkošje

🇮🇸 eyðilegur

🇰🇿 люкс

🇬🇪 დიდებულება

🇦🇿 lüks

🇲🇽 lujo

Etymology

The word 'luxuriating' is derived from the Latin 'luxuriari', which means 'to grow luxuriant or effusive'. The root 'luxus' translates to 'luxury' or 'excess', referring to lavishness and indulgence in comfort. Over time, the term has evolved to encapsulate the notion of enjoying opulence and sensual pleasures. In English, 'luxuriate' emerged in the early 18th century, and the present participle 'luxuriating' emphasizes the ongoing action of indulging in luxury. Cultural influences, particularly in the realm of hospitality and wellness, have popularized this term, reflecting societal values around self-care, relaxation, and the pursuit of pleasurable experiences.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,071, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.