deluxe — of a superior kind; luxurious and expensive
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: of a superior kind; luxurious and expensive
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈlʌks/
Example Sentences
- My mom bought the deluxe washing machine, but it still can't wash away my poor grades.
- The deluxe pizza comes with extra cheese and a side of bankruptcy.
- She upgraded to the deluxe car rental for her business trip.
deluxe
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈlʌks/]
of a superior kind; luxurious and expensive
The hotel offers deluxe rooms with extra comfort and luxury.
They upgraded to the deluxe package for extra comfort.
Live deluxe — success conducts and fortune erupts.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'de luxe', where 'de' means 'of' and 'luxe' comes from Latin 'luxus' meaning luxury or excess. The phrase literally means 'of luxury' and entered English in the late 19th century.
Breakdown
de (of) + luxe (luxury, from Latin luxus) = deluxe (of superior luxury)
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📝Examples
“My mom bought the deluxe washing machine, but it still can't wash away my poor grades.”
“The deluxe pizza comes with extra cheese and a side of bankruptcy.”
“She upgraded to the deluxe car rental for her business trip.”
“The deluxe spa treatment includes massage and meditation sessions.”
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