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lux·u·ry

luxury

 
pronunciation:
luhk sh ri [or] luhg zh ri
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part of speech: noun
inflections: luxuries
definition 1: something very pleasant but not necessary.
It was a luxury to be served breakfast in bed.
 
synonyms:
treat
antonyms:
necessity
similar words:
extravagance, pleasure
definition 2: a way of living that is full of great pleasure and comfort.
Does everyone dream of living in luxury?
antonyms:
poverty
similar words:
abundance, comfort, ease, enjoyment, extravagance, pleasure
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