Opulent

From Latin "opulentus" ("wealthy, rich"), formed on "ops" ("wealth, resources, power"), whose plural "opes" meant riches. The idea of abundant means carried straight into English. Today it leans toward wealth that is visibly, even ostentatiously, on display.

  1. adjective · /OP-yuh-lunt/

    Displaying great wealth, luxury, and lavish abundance.

    The look of conspicuous, almost excessive richness — velvet, gilt, and chandeliers rather than mere comfort.

    The hotel lobby was opulent, all marble floors and crystal fixtures.

    Lavish stresses generous, unstinting quantity; opulent stresses the overall impression of luxurious wealth on display.