lavish
/ˈlævɪʃ/
extravagant, generous
📚 Meanings
- 1.
Given or spent in liberal or extravagant quantities; very generous.
"They lived a lavish lifestyle."
- 2.
Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.
"The lavish feast included many exotic dishes."
- 1.
To give or bestow (something, especially money or praise) in generous or extravagant quantities.
"She lavished attention on her grandchildren."
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The company spared no expense, throwing a lavish party for its employees.
The company spared no expense, throwing a lavish party for its employees.
He was known for his lavish generosity, always ready to help those in need.
He was known for his lavish generosity, always ready to help those in need.
Critics lavished praise on the young artist's debut exhibition.
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How do you pronounce lavish?
lavish is pronounced [/ˈlævɪʃ/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does lavish mean?
lavish means "extravagant, generous". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is lavish?
lavish is a Advanced-level word.
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Example: "The company spared no expense, throwing a lavish party for its employees." — used to mean "extravagant, generous".
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