Sumptuous
mediumPositive toneSUMP-choo-us
adjective
Definition
Splendid and expensive-looking
Memory hook
SUMP-tuous: A SUMPTUOUS feast costs a SUM of money -- luxurious and magnificent.
Word roots
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Examples
“The hotel served a sumptuous breakfast buffet.”
“The palace featured sumptuous decorations and furnishings.”
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“The hotel served a ______ breakfast buffet.”
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GRE Tip
Sumptuous 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
opulent
Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish
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
adulterate
To make something poorer in quality by adding another substance
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