luxury

noun
UK: /ˈlʌkʃəri/
US: /ˈlʌɡʒəri/

  1. Something expensive that you enjoy but do not need.

    1. A new car is a luxury I can't afford now.
    2. The hotel offers a level of luxury most people only dream about.

  2. Great comfort and extravagant living.

    1. They live in luxury.
    2. She enjoys the luxury of having a driver to take her everywhere.

Synonyms

comfort affluence splendor grandeur opulence
luxury adjective

  1. Providing great pleasure or comfort.

    1. This is a luxury hotel.
    2. They stayed in a luxury suite overlooking the ocean.

  2. Very expensive.

    1. A luxury car costs a lot.
    2. The company produces luxury goods, known for their high quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "luxury" in English means: Something expensive that you enjoy but do not need., Great comfort and extravagant living..

The phonetic transcription of "luxury" is /ˈlʌkʃəri/ in British English and /ˈlʌɡʒəri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "luxury": comfort, affluence, splendor, grandeur, opulence.

Example usage of "luxury": "A new car is a luxury I can't afford now.". More examples on the page.