sumptuously

In grand style

Sumptuously means in a lavish, luxurious, or richly elaborate manner: a sumptuously decorated ballroom, sumptuously illustrated manuscripts.

The word suggests expense and indulgence—not just nice, but extravagantly so: They dined sumptuously on imported delicacies.

abundance

lavishly

With excessive generosity

richly · amply · copiously · overflowing · plentifully · abundantly · liberally · unstintingly

lavish

extravagant

Exceeding sensible bounds

plush · magnificent · splendid · resplendent · grandiose · palatial · regal · imperial · gilded · ornate

feast

banquet

Formal celebratory meal

gastronomy · cuisine · delectable · savory · culinary · repast · spread · smorgasbord · gourmand · indulgence

textured

velvet

Thick-pile textile

  • silkFine woven insect fiber
  • brocadeRaised-pattern luxury fabric
  • satinGlossy-surfaced woven cloth

plush · velvety · embroidered · tapestry · damask · cashmere · lush · soft · rich · layered

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lavishness and expense

sumptuouslyfrugally

With careful spending

plainly · simply · austerely · cheaply · inexpensively

richness and ornamentation

sumptuouslyplainly

In obvious fashion

simply · austerely · modestly · humbly · unpretentiously

Family

sumptuous, sumptuousness

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G