Αγγλικά

opulent

gb/ˈɑpjələnt/ us/ˈɑpjələnt/
C1 Αγγλικά
Σημασίες
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adjective formal C1 property
1

luxurious and richly decorated

Very expensive and luxurious, with a lot of rich decoration.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: opulent [home/room/hotel/interior/setting]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners often use opulent for people; in modern English it is more common for places, rooms, buildings, and objects (for people, affluent/wealthy is often more natural).
Συνώνυμα
luxurious (The most direct everyday synonym; less formal.) | lavish (Emphasizes generosity and abundance in decoration or spending.) | sumptuous (Often suggests rich comfort and sensory pleasure; slightly literary.) | plush (More informal; suggests comfortable luxury.)
Αντώνυμα
plain (Not decorated or luxurious.) | spartan (Very simple and lacking comfort or decoration.) | austere (Severely simple, often intentionally so.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
an opulent mansion |an opulent hotel |an opulent interior |opulent decor |opulent furnishings |opulent surroundings |opulent apartments |opulent design |opulent architecture |opulent luxury
Θέματα
lifestyle |homes |travel |luxury
Παραδείγματα
  • They hosted the reception in an opulent ballroom with crystal chandeliers.
  • The suite was opulent, with marble floors and gold-trimmed mirrors.
  • She loved the opulent details of the old theater’s interior.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • The hotel lobby is opulent.
  • They live in an opulent house.
adjective formal C1 property
2

very wealthy and prosperous

Very rich; having a lot of money.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: opulent [family/city/society/neighborhood]
Συχνό λάθος:
Do not confuse opulent (very rich/luxurious) with abundant (a lot of something).
Συνώνυμα
wealthy (Neutral and very common; less vivid than opulent.) | affluent (Often used for people and communities; slightly more neutral/formal.) | prosperous (Suggests success and thriving, not just possessions.) | rich (Very common and direct; can sound less formal.)
Αντώνυμα
poor (Having little money.) | impoverished (Extremely poor; often used for communities or regions.) | needy (Lacking basic resources; often about people.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
an opulent family |an opulent neighborhood |an opulent city |an opulent society |opulent elites |opulent lifestyles |opulent patrons |an opulent class |opulent districts |opulent countries
Θέματα
money |society |business
Παραδείγματα
  • The once-opulent family lost most of its fortune.
  • The report highlights the growing gap between opulent neighborhoods and struggling ones.
  • In the 1920s the area became known for its opulent residents.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • It is an opulent area of the city.
adjective literary C2 property
3

richly abundant in effect

Very rich and full, with a strong feeling of luxury.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: opulent [colors/flavors/fabrics/meal]
Συχνό λάθος:
This sense is more literary; in everyday speech people often say rich, bold, or lush instead.
Συνώνυμα
lush (Suggests fullness and richness, often of appearance.) | rich (More general; commonly used for flavors, colors, and materials.) | luxuriant (More literary; suggests abundant growth or richness.)
Αντώνυμα
muted (Not rich or strong in color or effect.) | meager (Thin or lacking fullness and richness.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
opulent colors |opulent fabrics |opulent textures |opulent patterns |opulent flavors |an opulent meal |opulent styling |opulent arrangements |opulent imagery |opulent detail
Θέματα
art |food |fashion
Παραδείγματα
  • The designer used opulent fabrics and bold patterns throughout the collection.
  • The dish had opulent flavors—rich, buttery, and deeply spiced.
  • The painting is filled with opulent color and detail.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • The cake has an opulent, rich taste.
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opulent
IPA
GB/ˈɑpjələnt/
US/ˈɑpjələnt/
Συλλαβές και τόνος
op - u - lent (3 συλλαβές)
Stress on 1st syllable (op)
Τύποι λέξης
Adjective
  • Base: opulent
Οικογένεια λέξεων
Core family
opulence noun C1 opulently adverb C1
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