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Definitions for: Sumptuous [adj] rich and superior in quality; "a princely sum"; "gilded dining rooms"
Webster (1913) Definition: Sump"tu*ous, a. [L. sumptuosus, fr. sumptus expanse,
cost: cf. F. somptueux. See Sumptuary.]
Involving large outlay or expense; costly; expensive; hence,
luxurious; splendid; magnificient; as, a sumptuous house or
table; sumptuous apparel.
We are too magnificient and sumptuous in our tables and
attendance. --Atterbury.
She spoke, and turned her sumptuous head, with eyes Of
shining expectation fixed on mine. --Tennyson.
-- Sump"tu*ous*ly, adv. -- Sump"tu*ous*ness, n.
Synonyms: deluxe, gilded, luxurious, opulent, princely, rich
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