luxury
noun
lux·u·ry
ˈlək-sh(ə-)rē 
-zh(ə-)rē
-zh(ə-)rē
plural luxuries
1
: a condition of abundance or great ease and comfort : sumptuous environment
lived in luxury
2
a
: something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
one of life's luxuries
b
: an indulgence in something that provides pleasure, satisfaction, or ease
had the luxury of rejecting a handful of job offers—
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luxury
adjective
Synonyms
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.
Recent Examples on the Web
As the founder of luxury streetwear line Baez, the 24-year-old designer has made intricate leather jackets for the likes of Karol G, Daddy Yankee, Maluma and Santa Fe Klan.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2024
Annie is a Stella, an AI robot that can be purchased by humans for about the price of a luxury car in order to fill a void in their household.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 26 Apr. 2024
Even now, as luxury condos rise and New York staples such as Harry’s arrive to serve the new class of power brokers, midscale chains such as the Cheesecake Factory and a Publix grocery store sit on nearby blocks.
—Natalie Wong, Fortune, 26 Apr. 2024
What to Consider This is a boutique hotel that doesn’t have all the trappings of a large luxury property.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024
Long known for its coral paint color, the Beverly Estate (which was purchased by billionaire Nicolas Berggruen in 2021 for $63 million) was repainted by the luxury house in an eggshell color, with the word Tiffany — in Tiffany blue of course — highlighted in a few prominent spots.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
That is on the table, that’s an option that some women have the luxury of entertaining.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
But John Muir was using an ax that was made in a factory somewhere, by other people who didn’t have the luxury of going off the grid.
—David Allan, CNN, 15 Apr. 2024
The black-tie event will take place at the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc and feature a live auction of one-of-a-kind luxury goods, experiences and art led by renowned auctioneer Simon de Pury.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 15 Apr. 2024
Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2024
Annie is a Stella, an AI robot that can be purchased by humans for about the price of a luxury car in order to fill a void in their household.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 26 Apr. 2024
Even now, as luxury condos rise and New York staples such as Harry’s arrive to serve the new class of power brokers, midscale chains such as the Cheesecake Factory and a Publix grocery store sit on nearby blocks.
—Natalie Wong, Fortune, 26 Apr. 2024
What to Consider This is a boutique hotel that doesn’t have all the trappings of a large luxury property.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024
Long known for its coral paint color, the Beverly Estate (which was purchased by billionaire Nicolas Berggruen in 2021 for $63 million) was repainted by the luxury house in an eggshell color, with the word Tiffany — in Tiffany blue of course — highlighted in a few prominent spots.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
That is on the table, that’s an option that some women have the luxury of entertaining.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
But John Muir was using an ax that was made in a factory somewhere, by other people who didn’t have the luxury of going off the grid.
—David Allan, CNN, 15 Apr. 2024
The black-tie event will take place at the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc and feature a live auction of one-of-a-kind luxury goods, experiences and art led by renowned auctioneer Simon de Pury.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 15 Apr. 2024
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“Luxury.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luxury. Accessed 1 May. 2024.
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luxury
noun
lux·u·ry
ˈləksh-(ə-)rē
ˈləgzh-
ˈləgzh-
plural luxuries
1
a
: free use or possession of costly food, dress, or anything that pleases a person
b
: great ease or comfort : rich surroundings
live in luxury
2
a
: something desirable but costly or hard to get
b
: something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
luxury
adjective
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