luxuriant
adjective
lux·u·ri·ant
(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-ənt 
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
1
2
: abundantly and often extravagantly rich and varied : prolific
luxuriantly
adverb
Examples of luxuriant in a Sentence
an older man who still has a luxuriant head of hair
a luxuriant coat of fur
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024
The name reflects the fact nature is infused into every aspect of the hostelry, from luxuriant plantings to the names given the 179 guest rooms, each a reference to a different bird or flower.
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
Inspired by the legendary charm and elegance of such European capitals as Seville and Venice, Merrick stipulated the inclusion of circuitous byways, landscaped medians and luxuriant frondescence.
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
But Shah’s representation of invisible depths also produces luxuriant surfaces, spinning with visible animation.
—Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2024
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“Luxuriant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luxuriant. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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luxuriant
adjective
lux·u·ri·ant
(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-ənt
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
1
a
: producing large crops
luxuriant valleys
b
: characterized by heavy growth : lush
luxuriance
noun
-ē-ən(t)s
luxuriantly
adverb
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