Sumptuously: meaning, definitions and examples

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sumptuously

 

[ ˈsʌmp.tju.əs.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

describing something luxurious or extravagant

In a sumptuous manner; splendidly, extravagantly.

Synonyms

lavishly, luxuriously, opulently.

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Word Description / Examples
sumptuously

This word is often used to describe something that is rich and splendid, especially referring to visual and sensory experiences. It suggests a high level of quality and delight.

  • The meal was sumptuously prepared with the finest ingredients.
  • The room was sumptuously decorated with silk drapes and ornate furniture.
luxuriously

Appropriate for describing experiences or items that are meant to provide great comfort, pleasure, or elegance, often associated with wealth and pampering.

  • They stayed in a luxuriously appointed hotel suite.
  • The car seats were luxuriously upholstered in soft leather.
lavishly

Used when describing actions or events where a lot of resources, such as money or effort, have been spent generously. Often it indicates something done to an excessive or extravagant degree.

  • The wedding was lavishly funded, with no expense spared on decorations and catering.
  • He gave her a lavishly wrapped present with a large bow.
opulently

This word is used to describe something that is very richly decorated or filled with expensive items. It has a grand and impressive connotation, often linked to displays of wealth.

  • The palace was opulently adorned with gold and precious stones.
  • She lived in an opulently furnished mansion in the countryside.

Examples of usage

  • She was dressed sumptuously in a floor-length gown.
  • The banquet hall was sumptuously decorated with golden chandeliers and velvet drapes.
  • The hotel room was sumptuously furnished with plush carpets and silk curtains.
  • The wealthy couple lived sumptuously in a mansion overlooking the sea.
  • The feast was laid out sumptuously with a variety of exotic dishes.

Translations

Translations of the word "sumptuously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sumptuosamente

🇮🇳 शानदार ढंग से

🇩🇪 üppig

🇮🇩 dengan mewah

🇺🇦 розкішно

🇵🇱 wystawnie

🇯🇵 豪華に (ごうかに)

🇫🇷 somptueusement

🇪🇸 suntuosamente

🇹🇷 görkemli bir şekilde

🇰🇷 화려하게

🇸🇦 بترف

🇨🇿 okázale

🇸🇰 okázalo

🇨🇳 奢华地 (shēhuá de)

🇸🇮 razkošno

🇮🇸 glæsilega

🇰🇿 салтанатты түрде

🇬🇪 განდიდებით

🇦🇿 dəbdəbəli şəkildə

🇲🇽 suntuosamente

Etymology

The word 'sumptuously' originated from the Latin word 'sumptuosus', meaning costly or extravagant. It entered the English language in the late 15th century, derived from the Old French word 'somptueux'. Over time, 'sumptuously' has been used to describe things that are luxurious, splendid, or extravagant in a lavish manner.

See also: sumptuousness.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,040, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.