Sumptuous
Adjective
Definition: Extremely luxurious, splendid, or lavish.
Synonyms: Luxurious, Opulent, Extravagant
Antonyms: Simple, Modest, Plain
Examples:
- The hotel room was decorated in a sumptuous style, with velvet curtains and chandeliers.
- The banquet featured a sumptuous feast, with dishes made from the finest ingredients.
Mnemonics:
- Think of the word "sump" as a pit or drain, and the word "tuous" as luxurious, so sumptuous represents something extremely lavish or luxurious.
- Imagine a sumo wrestler sitting in a luxurious, opulent room - a visual representation of sumptuousness.
Etymology:
Origin:
The word "sumptuous" originated from the Middle English word "sompitous" which came from the Old French word "somptueux" and ultimately from the Latin word "sumptuosus" meaning excessive or wasteful.
Historical Usage:The term "sumptuous" has been used since the 15th century to describe things or experiences that are luxurious, rich, or extravagant.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Sumptuous spread"
Explanation:Refers to an abundant and lavish selection of food or a display of opulence.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "sumptuous" with "sumptuousness."
Explanation:"Sumptuous" is the adjective form while "sumptuousness" is the noun form derived from it.