luxury

noun

lux·u·ry ˈlək-sh(ə-)rē

-zh(ə-)rē

plural luxuries

Synonyms of luxury next

: a condition of abundance or great ease and comfort : sumptuous environment

lived in luxury

: something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary

one of life's luxuries

: an indulgence in something that provides pleasure, satisfaction, or ease

had the luxury of rejecting a handful of job offers—

Terri Minsky

archaic : lechery, lust

luxury adjective

Examples of luxury in a Sentence

He spent a fortune on expensive wines and other luxuries. Right now a new car is a luxury that I can't afford. On my salary, I can afford few luxuries. We were lucky to have the luxury of choosing from among several good options. We can't afford the luxury of waiting any longer.

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Hardly had the ink dried on President Donald Trump’s inaugural speech then the Albanian government approved a massive $1.4 billion island luxury development project linked to Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, Reuters reports. —

Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2025 The quiet luxury aesthetic requires a bit more effort than its name suggests: This trend in decor—particularly with paint colors—is all about giving off subtle sophistication. —

Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2025 Historically speaking, trunk shows have always been moments to introduce luxury treasures to fresh eyes, as traveling designers took their wares on the road. —

Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 24 Jan. 2025 But the Warriors’ struggles aren’t to be blamed on the new luxury tax rules—the Dubs had ample opportunity before and after the changes to make fundamental roster shifts. —

Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for luxury