Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sumptuary

adjective

/ˈsʌmp(t)ʃuːˌɛri/

Definition

Related to regulations or laws that limit or control personal expenditures, often for moral or religious reasons.

Examples

The sumptuary laws in the ancient kingdom restricted the wealthy from displaying excessive lavishness.
Many sumptuary codes were established to maintain a sense of equality among social classes.
Her fashion choices were often criticized for violating local sumptuary regulations

Meaning

Sumptuary refers to laws or rules that govern how much a person can spend on certain items or luxuries, typically to reinforce social norms or moral standards.