Voluptuoso (en. Voluptuous)

/bo.lup.'two.so/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that provides intense and sensual pleasure.
The spa was decorated in a voluptuous manner, inviting visitors to relax.
El spa estaba decorado de manera voluptuosa, invitando a los visitantes a relajarse.
Describes a person who has a seductive and attractive character.
She has a voluptuous air that attracts everyone around her.
Ella tiene un aire voluptuoso que atrae a todos a su alrededor.
Used to qualify a work of art that is lush and rich in details.
The painting is voluptuous, filled with vibrant colors and sensual shapes.
La pintura es voluptuosa, llena de colores vibrantes y formas sensuales.

Etymology

From Latin 'voluptuosus', which means 'pleasurable' or 'desirable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

voluptuous life
a life full of pleasures and excesses
vida voluptuosa
voluptuous sense
a sharp sense of pleasure and desire
sentido voluptuoso
voluptuous desire
a strong and seductive desire
deseo voluptuoso

Related Words

voluptuousness
quality of being voluptuous; abundance of pleasures.
voluptuosidad
voluptuously
in a voluptuous manner; with intense pleasure.
voluptuosamente

Slang Meanings

To refer to a sexy or attractive person in a colloquial context.
That girl has a voluptuous look that I can't resist.
Esa chica tiene un look voluptuoso que no puedo resistir.
Description of parties or environments where there is much pleasure and luxury.
Last night's party was totally voluptuous, with music, dancing, and good food.
La fiesta de anoche fue totalmente voluptuosa, con música, baile y buen comer.