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Definition of lavish

lavish

/ˈlæv.ɪʃ/
lav · ish
Adverb:lavishly
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Past Simple:lavished
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Past Participle:lavished
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Present Participle:lavishing
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lavish Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious in quality and cost.

Example

"The palace was famous for its lavish banquets and ornate gold chandeliers."

2

Giving, spending, or occurring in generous, abundant, or unstinting amounts.

Example

"The critics were lavish in their praise of the young violinist's debut performance."

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• verb

1

To bestow something in generous or extravagant quantities upon someone or something.

Example

"The proud grandparents lavished attention and gifts on their newborn granddaughter."

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• Rhymes for lavish

• Nearby Words

lavatory
lavender
lavender cotton
lavish
lavishly
lavishness
law

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 15th century from Middle French lavasse ('a downpour of rain' or 'torrent'), derived from Old French laver ('to wash'), from Latin lavare.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lavish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lavish
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