lavish
Verb
Medium difficulty
What does “lavish” mean?
verb.sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.
SAT Usage
the term often appears in passages related to wealth, opulence, or lifestyle, emphasizing extravagance and excess. It implies not only richness but also a sense of indulgence or excessiveness, distinguishing it from similar words like "luxurious," which may not convey the same connotation of over-the-top abundance.
Common Confusions
Lavish implies an excessive display of wealth or abundance, while luxurious usually suggests a high quality or comfort without necessarily indicating extravagance.
Do not choose lavish if the context emphasizes simplicity or modesty rather than sumptuous richness, elaborateness, or luxury.
Example Sentences
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They lavished money on the dinner.
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They lavished him with praise.