Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

luxuria

noun

luːkˈsʊəriə

Definition

luxuria is a Latin term that translates to ‘luxury’ in English, often referring to excessive indulgence, wealth, or extravagance.

Examples

The luxuria of the palace was evident in its golden decorations and lavish furnishings.
His lifestyle was marked by a luxuria that was both admired and criticized by his peers.
In ancient times, luxuria was often linked to moral decay in society.

Meaning

In a broader sense, luxuria denotes a state of excessive pleasure-seeking or an overindulgence in physical luxuries, sometimes to the point of moral or ethical concern.