Sumptuous Meaning in English
word
ˈsəmptʃuəs/, /ˈsəmptʃwəs
SUMP-choo-uhs
sˈʌmptʃuːəs
SUMP-choo-uhs
Definition
Something that is sumptuous is very rich, expensive, and impressive, often involving fine materials or great luxury.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or literary; often describes meals, fabrics, decorations, or settings. Collocates with 'meal,' 'banquet,' 'décor.' Not used for people. Suggests impressive luxury or richness.
Spanish: suntuoso - lujosoPortuguese (BR): suntuoso - luxuosoPortuguese (PT): sumptuoso - luxuosoChinese (Simplified): 奢华的 - 豪华的Chinese (Traditional): 奢華的 - 豪華的Hindi: भव्य - शानदारArabic: فاخر - باذخBengali: বিলাসবহুল - রাজকীয় - জাঁকালোRussian: роскошный - пышныйJapanese: 豪華な - 贅沢なVietnamese: xa hoa - sang trọngKorean: 호화로운 - 사치스러운Turkish: gösterişli - ihtişamlı - lüksUrdu: پرتعیش - شاہانہIndonesian: mewah - megah
Example Sentences
They served a sumptuous dinner at the wedding.
basic
The palace had sumptuous decorations everywhere.
basic
Her dress was made of sumptuous silk.
basic
The guests couldn't stop admiring the sumptuous banquet.
natural
After the sumptuous breakfast, we barely had room for lunch.
natural
They spared no expense, giving us a truly sumptuous experience at the resort.
natural