Word of the Day: luxe

luxe adjective \ˈlu̇ks, ˈləks, ˈlüks\

Definition of LUXE

:  luxurious, sumptuous

— luxe noun

Examples of LUXE

1. <we stayed only in luxe accommodations on the trip through the Loire Valley>

Origin of LUXE

French, from Latin luxus — more at luxury

First Known Use: 1888

Related to LUXE

Synonyms

Babylonian, deluxe, lavish, Lucullan (also Lucullian), luxurious, luxuriant, luxury, opulent, palace, palatial, plush, plushy, silken, sumptuous

Antonyms

ascetic (also ascetical), austere, humble, no-frills, spartan

Related Words

costly, dear, expensive, precious, premium, rich; extravagant, grandiose, ostentatious, pretentious, showy; august, awesome, awful, baronial, beautiful, gorgeous, grand, heroic (also heroical), imposing, impressive, kingly, magnificent, majestic, monumental, noble, proud, regal, royal, splendid, stately; comfortable, cozy, homelike, homey (also homy), snug

Near Antonyms

economical, frugal, meager (or meagre), spare, stingy, thrifty

Definition source: http://www.merriam-webster.com

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