Opulent: meaning, definitions and examples

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opulent

 

[ ˈɒpjʊlənt ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

wealthy

Characterized by rich abundance; lavish or luxurious.

Synonyms

grand, lavish, luxurious, plush, sumptuous

Examples of usage

  • The opulent mansion was filled with expensive furniture and artwork.
  • She wore an opulent gown made of silk and adorned with jewels.
  • The opulent lifestyle of the wealthy socialite was the envy of many.
  • The opulent banquet featured a wide array of gourmet dishes.
  • The opulent display of wealth was evident in the extravagant parties thrown by the billionaire.
Context #2 | Noun

wealth

Wealthy or rich in a lavish way.

Synonyms

affluent, prosperous, rich, wealthy, well-off

Examples of usage

  • The opulent of the business tycoon was the talk of the town.
  • His opulent was evident in the luxurious cars he owned.
  • The opulent of the royal family was displayed in their magnificent palace.
  • The opulent of the celebrity was reflected in their extravagant lifestyle.

Translations

Translations of the word "opulent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 opulento

🇮🇳 समृद्ध

🇩🇪 üppig

🇮🇩 mewah

🇺🇦 розкішний

🇵🇱 bogaty

🇯🇵 豪華な (ごうかな)

🇫🇷 opulent

🇪🇸 opulento

🇹🇷 görkemli

🇰🇷 풍요로운

🇸🇦 فخم

🇨🇿 bohatý

🇸🇰 bohatý

🇨🇳 富丽堂皇的 (fùlìtánghuáng de)

🇸🇮 razkošen

🇮🇸 ríkur

🇰🇿 бай

🇬🇪 მდიდრული

🇦🇿 zəngin

🇲🇽 opulento

Etymology

The word 'opulent' originated from the Latin word 'opulentus', meaning 'wealthy' or 'rich'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe something lavish, luxurious, or wealthy in abundance. The term is often associated with extravagance and abundance, reflecting a lifestyle of luxury and grandeur.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,200, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.