as in wealth
the total of one's money and property
in some parts of the city nearly unimaginable opulence can be found side by side with nearly unthinkable poverty
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Recent Examples of opulence
The result is a staging of half-hearted opulence, with massive walls that trundle into position, squeezing the crowds or parting to reveal a giant staircase suitable for processions.
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Justin Davidson, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Yacht-hop and check out all the glorious features on hundreds of vessels, chat with industry experts, check out on-site demonstrations and revel in the opulence of today’s waterborne offerings and the ultimate in marine design and technology.
—Lori Capullo, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2025
Each extension—from Emporio Armani’s youthful energy to the accessibility of Armani Exchange and the opulence of Armani Privé—feels iconic and intentional, never radical but always chic.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The Royal Mansion, spanning the top floor, offers the ultimate in opulence with its own infinity pool and dedicated team of butlers.
—Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024
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Justin Davidson, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Yacht-hop and check out all the glorious features on hundreds of vessels, chat with industry experts, check out on-site demonstrations and revel in the opulence of today’s waterborne offerings and the ultimate in marine design and technology.
—Lori Capullo, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2025
Each extension—from Emporio Armani’s youthful energy to the accessibility of Armani Exchange and the opulence of Armani Privé—feels iconic and intentional, never radical but always chic.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The Royal Mansion, spanning the top floor, offers the ultimate in opulence with its own infinity pool and dedicated team of butlers.
—Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Opulence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opulence. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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