luxuriate

verb

lux·​u·​ri·​ate (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-ˌāt How to pronounce luxuriate (audio)
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
luxuriated; luxuriating

intransitive verb

1
a
: to grow profusely : thrive
b
: to develop extensively
2
: to indulge oneself luxuriously : revel

Examples of luxuriate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The resulting film is short on special effects and long on philosophy, luxuriating in its nearly three-hour runtime to ponder human nature, unchanged even in the far-off era of long-distance space travel. EW.com, 13 Nov. 2023 Designer Brandon Blackwood had the privilege of experiencing the week firsthand, eschewing the demands of staging a presentation and instead, luxuriating in the offerings of the event. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 Jan. 2024 Sure enough, there are ample scenes of Owen luxuriating in a pool or enjoying an omelet al fresco. Alison Herman, Variety, 14 Jan. 2024 In Thailand, Gersh’s Leslie Siebert and her husband, Steven, of Lighthouse Entertainment, luxuriated at the Amanpuri resort. Beth Landman, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Jan. 2024 Here, thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows and wrap-around balconies (complete with a pool), guests can take in the view of both Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami while luxuriating in the full AP experience. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2023 As the sun set, partygoers luxuriated in the cool summer night air. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2023 The record is still far from basic, with Cheek luxuriating in swirling soundscapes while grappling with ideas on femininity, boundaries, and expectations. Clover Hope, Pitchfork, 23 Aug. 2023 The minute Archie got up, Merlin trotted over and took his place, luxuriating in the center of the dog bed like a pasha. John Kelly, Washington Post, 9 July 2023

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Word History

Etymology

Latin luxuriatus, past participle of luxuriare, from luxuria

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of luxuriate was in 1604

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Cite this Entry

“Luxuriate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luxuriate. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

luxuriate

verb
lux·​u·​ri·​ate (ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-ˌāt How to pronounce luxuriate (audio)
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
luxuriated; luxuriating
1
: to grow in great numbers or quantity
2
: to enjoy oneself in a luxurious manner

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