opulent
gb/ˈɑpjələnt/ us/ˈɑpjələnt/
C1
英语
义项
0 个义项
adjective
formal
C1
property
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luxurious and richly decorated
Very expensive and luxurious, with a lot of rich decoration.
用法模式：
opulent [home/room/hotel/interior/setting]
常见错误：
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).
近义词
luxurious (The most direct everyday synonym; less formal.)
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lavish (Emphasizes generosity and abundance in decoration or spending.)
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sumptuous (Often suggests rich comfort and sensory pleasure; slightly literary.)
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plush (More informal; suggests comfortable luxury.)
反义词
plain (Not decorated or luxurious.)
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spartan (Very simple and lacking comfort or decoration.)
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austere (Severely simple, often intentionally so.)
搭配
an opulent mansion
|an opulent hotel
|an opulent interior
|opulent decor
|opulent furnishings
|opulent surroundings
|opulent apartments
|opulent design
|opulent architecture
|opulent luxury
主题
lifestyle
|homes
|travel
|luxury
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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.
用法模式：
opulent [family/city/society/neighborhood]
常见错误：
Do not confuse opulent (very rich/luxurious) with abundant (a lot of something).
近义词
wealthy (Neutral and very common; less vivid than opulent.)
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affluent (Often used for people and communities; slightly more neutral/formal.)
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prosperous (Suggests success and thriving, not just possessions.)
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rich (Very common and direct; can sound less formal.)
反义词
poor (Having little money.)
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impoverished (Extremely poor; often used for communities or regions.)
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needy (Lacking basic resources; often about people.)
搭配
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
主题
money
|society
|business
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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.
用法模式：
opulent [colors/flavors/fabrics/meal]
常见错误：
This sense is more literary; in everyday speech people often say rich, bold, or lush instead.
近义词
lush (Suggests fullness and richness, often of appearance.)
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rich (More general; commonly used for flavors, colors, and materials.)
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luxuriant (More literary; suggests abundant growth or richness.)
反义词
muted (Not rich or strong in color or effect.)
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meager (Thin or lacking fullness and richness.)
搭配
opulent colors
|opulent fabrics
|opulent textures
|opulent patterns
|opulent flavors
|an opulent meal
|opulent styling
|opulent arrangements
|opulent imagery
|opulent detail
主题
art
|food
|fashion
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- The cake has an opulent, rich taste.