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growing thickly and vigorously a luxuriant coat of fur

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How is the word luxuriant distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of luxuriant are exuberant, lavish, lush, prodigal, and profuse. While all these words mean "giving or given out in great abundance," luxuriant suggests a rich and splendid abundance.

a luxuriant beard

When is exuberant a more appropriate choice than luxuriant?

In some situations, the words exuberant and luxuriant are roughly equivalent. However, exuberant implies marked vitality or vigor in what produces abundantly.

an exuberant imagination

When could lavish be used to replace luxuriant?

While the synonyms lavish and luxuriant are close in meaning, lavish suggests an unstinted or unmeasured profusion.

a lavish party

In what contexts can lush take the place of luxuriant?

The meanings of lush and luxuriant largely overlap; however, lush suggests rich, soft luxuriance.

a lush green lawn

Where would prodigal be a reasonable alternative to luxuriant?

Although the words prodigal and luxuriant have much in common, prodigal implies reckless or wasteful lavishness threatening to lead to early exhaustion of resources.

prodigal spending

When might profuse be a better fit than luxuriant?

The words profuse and luxuriant are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, profuse implies pouring forth without restraint.

profuse apologies

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of luxuriant This was a man who had lengthy experience in surviving far from luxuriant conditions, firstly from his time living with the destitute of Paris and London as part of his first successful non-fiction volume and secondly as a fighter for the Republican cause in the Spanish Civil War. Rob Crossan, JSTOR Daily, 15 Nov. 2024 Like Alfonso Arau’s decadent film, the amount of time spent on food in the series is almost luxuriant, adding to the sensuality of the story. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024 The name reflects the fact nature is infused into every aspect of the hostelry, from luxuriant plantings to the names given the 179 guest rooms, each a reference to a different bird or flower. Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024 Inspired by the legendary charm and elegance of such European capitals as Seville and Venice, Merrick stipulated the inclusion of circuitous byways, landscaped medians and luxuriant frondescence. Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for luxuriant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxuriant
Adjective
  • Tucked into the lush foliage abutting the Pacific Ocean, The Estates at Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta offers an exclusive retreat for celebrities, billionaires and the ultra-wealthy, who frequent the resort for elite golfing, recreation and entertainment.
    Paula Conway, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Today, Dirt Locker, a patented terracing system, is transforming sloped land into lush, stable, and productive terrain.
    Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Everyday architecture Instead, Liu seeks to redress some of the ills generated by his country’s rampant urbanization.
    Oscar Holland, CNN, 4 Mar. 2025
  • While the number of overdose deaths fell by 16% in Connecticut from 2023-24, marking the third consecutive straight year of decline, the problem still remains rampant, state health officials said in January, the Stamford Advocate reported.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • And the professional basketball front office proves a fertile ground for comfortably low-stakes sitcom high jinks, particularly when a loose-cannon player (Chet Hanks) starts making a mess of the Waves' public image.
    Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
  • These losses are exacerbated by factors such as high unemployment, economic recessions, soaring energy costs, and low human development indices, all of which create fertile ground for electricity theft.
    Dianne Plummer, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Discovering the Riviera Maya With its diverse attractions and luxurious resorts, the Riviera Maya remains one of the top destinations for families and wellness travelers.
    Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Luxury 2-story Tiny Home Living off the grid has never looked so luxurious.
    Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • The grant, part of former President Joe Biden's Inflation Reduction Act's $1.5 billion allocation for urban and community forestry, was intended to boost green spaces from New Orleans to Oregon, offering shade, cleaner air, and climate resilience to some of America's most vulnerable neighborhoods.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
  • The white floral mixed with intense green notes, like violet leaves, makes for a really simple, fresh, and playful bouquet.
    Jenny Berg, Allure, 3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Then, prune overgrown trees and shrubs, trim tall grasses and weedy areas, mow regularly to keep your lawn cut close, and consider calling a chimney sweep to clean out your chimney.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025
  • These fish also love weedy areas, which can be a challenge to fish with a plug that has two or three treble hooks hanging off the belly.
    Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • In the last decade, women leadership and ownership of alcoholic beverage brands has witnessed prolific momentum.
    Jillian Dara, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Even if they were stuck on the tarmac, Spencer, a startlingly talented 16-year-old figure skater with a prolific social media presence, would have turned on his phone.
    Antonia Noori Farzan, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • After stocking up on new launches and bestsellers, shoppers can receive a deluxe Ultra Facial Cream, Powerful Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate, Creamy Avocado Eye Cream and more courtesy of Kiehl’s.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 6 Mar. 2025
  • The package includes a two-night stay in a deluxe king or executive king suite and picnic bites for the boat tour created by Chef Fabio.
    Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025

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