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sumptuously

/ˈsʌmp.tʃu.əs.li/
sump · tu · ous · ly
Adjective:sumptuous
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• adverb

1

In a splendid, luxurious, or lavishly expensive manner.

Example

"The historic ballroom was sumptuously decorated with crystal chandeliers and silk tapestries for the annual gala."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'sumptuous' plus '-ly', which derives from Middle French 'somptueux' and Latin 'sumptuosus' (expensive, costly), from 'sumptus' (expense), a derivative of 'sumere' (to take, spend).

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