opulent

Meanings

• adjective

  Luxurious and extravagant in design, materials, or appearance.

  - "The opulent mansion had marble columns and gold fixtures."
  - "The opulent lifestyle of the wealthy was beyond my means."

• adjective

  Rich and sumptuous; lavish.

  - "The opulent feast featured an array of exotic dishes."
  - "The opulent fabrics were imported from the far East."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with opulent
plentiful , jubilee , subtle , rubble

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Variants

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opulent , opulently

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Etymology

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From Latin opulens, meaning 'wealthy, rich, abundant'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'opulent' was first used in English in the 15th century.

2. The opulent lifestyle of ancient Egyptians is famously depicted in their tombs and art.

3. The opulence of the Roman Empire is often cited as a factor in its eventual decline.

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Related Concepts

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1. luxury: A state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense.

2. extravagance: The act of spending more money than is necessary or sensible.

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Culture

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In literature, the opulent is often used to describe grand settings or lifestyles, such as in F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby'. In art, opulence can be seen in the works of artists like Tiepolo and Rubens, who were known for their lavish use of color and gold.

How to Memorize "opulent"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a grand mansion with gold fixtures, marble columns, and luxurious fabrics. Visualize the feeling of opulence by picturing yourself in such a setting.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'opulent' with words like 'luxurious', 'sumptuous', and 'lavish'. Try to remember the feeling of wealth and grandeur that these words evoke.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'LOVELY' to remember the meaning of 'opulent': Luxurious, Over-the-top, Voluptuous, Extravagant, Lavish, and Yummy.

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