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sumptuous Antonyms

Opposite of sumptuous

Pinning down the opposite of sumptuous requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Splendid and expensive-looking; characterized by rich luxury, magnificence, or lavishness.

Usage Example

"The guests were welcomed into a hall decorated with spartan velvet tapestries and gilded chandeliers."

Strongest
spartan
austere
plain
Strong
modest
meager
frugal
shabby
threadbare

Similar words to sumptuous

Words similar to sumptuous shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

lavish
opulent
luxurious
palatial
splendid
magnificent
extravagant
plush
See all synonyms of sumptuous

• Nearby Words

summit
summon
summons
sumptuous
sumptuously
sumptuousness
sun

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Sumptuous. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/sumptuous
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