Opulence: meaning, definitions and examples
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opulence
[ ˈɒpjʊləns ]
wealth and luxury
Opulence refers to great wealth or luxuriousness. It is often associated with lavishness, extravagance, and abundance.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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opulence |
Used to describe extravagant, lavish, and abundant richness, often in a grand or magnificent way. It suggests an impressive, showy display of wealth and abundance.
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wealth |
General term for a large amount of money or valuable possessions. It can be used in both concrete and abstract senses, without the intensive connotations of opulence.
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luxury |
Describes a state of great comfort or elegance, often involving expensive or high-quality items. It can be used in various contexts to imply indulgence and pleasure.
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affluence |
Refers to having an abundance of wealth, property, or other material goods. It’s often used more neutrally or positively to indicate a general state of being well-off.
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Examples of usage
- The opulence of the palace was breathtaking.
- She lived a life of opulence and luxury.
- The opulence of the banquet impressed all the guests.
- His opulence was evident in the expensive cars he owned.
- The opulence of the hotel was evident in its grand chandeliers.
Translations
Translations of the word "opulence" in other languages:
🇵🇹 opulência
🇮🇳 वैभव
🇩🇪 Üppigkeit
🇮🇩 kemewahan
🇺🇦 розкіш
🇵🇱 obfitość
🇯🇵 豪華
🇫🇷 opulence
🇪🇸 opulencia
🇹🇷 ihtişam
🇰🇷 풍요
🇸🇦 ترف
🇨🇿 okázalost
🇸🇰 okázalosť
🇨🇳 富丽
🇸🇮 razkošje
🇮🇸 auðlegð
🇰🇿 байлық
🇬🇪 სიუხვე
🇦🇿 ehtişam
🇲🇽 opulencia
Etymology
The word 'opulence' has its origins in the Latin word 'opulentia', which means wealth or abundance. It entered the English language in the early 16th century. Throughout history, opulence has been associated with power, status, and luxury. The display of opulence has often been used to demonstrate wealth and influence.
See also: opulently.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #21,666, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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