Search Dictionary
Definition of opulence

opulence

/ˈɑːpjələns/
op · u · lence
Adverb:opulently
•
Adjective:opulent
JUMP TO:

opulence Lexical Profile

opulence Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Great wealth or luxuriousness, especially when visibly displayed through lavish surroundings or possessions.

Example

"The historic palace was restored to showcase the gilded opulence of the eighteenth-century royal court."

2

A state of great abundance, profusion, or richness in quality or quantity.

Example

"Visitors to the botanical conservatory admired the sheer opulence of its tropical foliage."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for opulence
Antonyms
View all antonyms for opulence

• Nearby Words

optionally
optometrist
optometry
opulence
opulent
opulently
opuntia

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Middle French opulence, from Latin opulentia ('wealth, riches'), derived from ops ('power, resources, wealth'), the personified Roman goddess of abundance.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Opulence. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/opulence
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.