opulent
adjective
op·u·lent
ˈä-pyə-lənt 
: exhibiting or characterized by opulence: such as
a
: amply or plentifully provided or fashioned often to the point of ostentation
living in opulent comfort
opulent furnishings
an opulent hotel
b
dated
: having a large estate or property : wealthy
an opulent family
opulent industrialists
opulently
adverb
Examples of opulent in a Sentence
an opulent upper crust that liked to show off its possessions
an opulent mansion filled with priceless art and antiques
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The Hearst Castle segment features the opulent residence in several configurations.
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Daniella Walsh, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
And like many of the opulent Four Seasons properties in Asia, the spa here is a major attraction.
—John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Feig elaborated on his inspiration, revealing a serendipitous connection to the film's opulent Italian setting.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The touring show re-creates the dazzling lighting, opulent costumes, big-cast song-and-dance numbers and iconic scenic elements of the original show and the tour has a strong triple-threat cast.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 June 2025
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Daniella Walsh, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
And like many of the opulent Four Seasons properties in Asia, the spa here is a major attraction.
—John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Feig elaborated on his inspiration, revealing a serendipitous connection to the film's opulent Italian setting.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The touring show re-creates the dazzling lighting, opulent costumes, big-cast song-and-dance numbers and iconic scenic elements of the original show and the tour has a strong triple-threat cast.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for opulent
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“Opulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/opulent. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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