opulence
noun
op·u·lence
ˈä-pyə-lən(t)s 
Examples of opulence in a Sentence
in some parts of the city nearly unimaginable opulence can be found side by side with nearly unthinkable poverty
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Step into the opulence of the 29th edition of FILMART organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.
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Partner Content, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
Despite the opulence of it all, Mukerjee’s aesthetics are informed by his solidly middle-class roots.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 17 Feb. 2025
While the rest of the resort’s guests are simply lavishing in its opulence, Belinda is straddling two worlds — one as a guest, and one as an employee.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 16 Feb. 2025
Known for his excesses and controversial reign, the discovery of Caligula’s Garden not only illuminates his world but also sheds light on the opulence of ancient Roman life.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 6 Feb. 2025
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Partner Content, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
Despite the opulence of it all, Mukerjee’s aesthetics are informed by his solidly middle-class roots.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 17 Feb. 2025
While the rest of the resort’s guests are simply lavishing in its opulence, Belinda is straddling two worlds — one as a guest, and one as an employee.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 16 Feb. 2025
Known for his excesses and controversial reign, the discovery of Caligula’s Garden not only illuminates his world but also sheds light on the opulence of ancient Roman life.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 6 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for opulence
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“Opulence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/opulence. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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opulence
noun
op·u·lence
ˈäp-yə-lən(t)s
: great wealth
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