opulence — great wealth or luxuriousness
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: great wealth or luxuriousness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːpjələns/
Korean meaning: 대단한 부유함, 사치, 호화로움
Korean pronunciation: **아**퓰런스
Example Sentences
- The billionaire's yacht was a floating monument to opulence, complete with a helicopter landing pad and underwater dining room.
- Despite their opulence, they remained surprisingly humble about their wealth.
- The wedding cake's opulence was so extreme that it required its own security guard.
opulence
NOUN//ˈɑːpjələns//
great wealth or luxuriousness
a well-dressed host in a golden suit gestures proudly toward an enormous feast laid out on crystal plates. The table overflows with expensive delicacies, golden utensils, and towering champagne fountains. Servants in formal attire carry silver platters while guests admire the lavish spread around them. Crystal chandeliers cast sparkling light across the scene as expensive artwork decorates the marble walls. Guests wear diamond jewelry and silk gowns while raising crystal glasses in celebration. The ornate furniture and golden decorations fill every corner of the luxurious space. great wealth and luxuriousness on full display
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'opulentia' meaning wealth or abundance, derived from 'opulentus' (wealthy, rich). This word has been used since ancient Roman times to describe luxury and material prosperity.
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📝Examples
“The billionaire's yacht was a floating monument to opulence, complete with a helicopter landing pad and underwater dining room.”
“Despite their opulence, they remained surprisingly humble about their wealth.”
“The wedding cake's opulence was so extreme that it required its own security guard.”
“The museum's new wing showcased the opulence of ancient civilizations.”
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