Opulent
mediumNeutral toneOP-yoo-lent
adjective
Definition
Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish
Memory hook
OP-ulent: OPulence -- dripping with gold, marble, and diamonds. Over the top wealthy.
Word roots
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Examples
“The opulent mansion featured marble floors and gold fixtures.”
“She wore an opulent necklace studded with diamonds.”
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“The ______ mansion featured marble floors and gold fixtures.”
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opulent
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GRE Tip
Opulent is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "luxurious" or "lavish" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "austere".
Related GRE Words
sumptuous
Splendid and expensive-looking
lavish
Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious
liberal
Generous in giving; given freely; open to new ideas
profuse
Produced or given in large amounts; plentiful
unstinting
Given or giving without restraint; very generous
bountiful
Large in quantity; abundant; giving generously
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