Palatial

/pəˈleɪʃəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or resembling a palace, especially in being large and impressive.

The palatial estate was adorned with golden chandeliers and vast ballrooms.

Luxurious and elaborate in grandeur or scale.

They enjoyed a palatial lifestyle, complete with personal chefs and private pools.

Characteristic of a palace; spacious and splendid.

The hotel featured palatial rooms that offered breathtaking views of the ocean.

From Latin 'palatium', meaning 'palace' or 'palatial residence'.

palatial residence

A residence that is grand and luxurious.

palatial home

A home that is very large and splendid.

live in palatial style

To live in a manner that is exceedingly luxurious and opulent.

palace

A large and impressive building forming the official residence of a ruler, including royal or noble residences.

mansion

A large, impressive house.

So luxurious it's like living in a castle.

His new apartment is palatial; you'd think he's living in a castle.

Extremely fancy or lavish.

That party was absolutely palatial; they had everything from gourmet food to a live band.