Meaning & Definition of Voluptuous in English
Voluptuous
Relating to, characterized by, or given to indulgence in luxury, pleasure, or sensual enjoyment.
Pronunciation:
/vəˈlʌp.tju.əs/Part of Speech:
adjectiveDetailed Definitions
Definition: Characterized by luxury or sensual pleasure.
Example Sentence: The voluptuous curves of the sculpture captured the essence of beauty.
Definition: Having a pleasingly rich, often sensual quality.
Example Sentence: The singer's voluptuous voice filled the room with warmth.
Definition: Full and rounded in form or figure.
Example Sentence: She wore a voluptuous dress that accentuated her figure.
Definition: Indulging in sensual pleasures.
Example Sentence: The banquet was a voluptuous affair, with rich foods and fine wines.
Etymology
Origin: From Latin 'voluptuosus', from 'voluptas' meaning pleasure.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- voluptuous life: A lifestyle characterized by indulgence in sensory pleasures.
- voluptuous curves: Referring to appealing, rounded body shapes.
Translations
- Spanish: voluptuoso
- French: voluptueux
- German: voluptös
- Russian: восторженный
Related Words
- voluptuousness: The quality of being voluptuous; fullness or richness.
- luxurious: Characterized by luxury; sumptuous.
Slang Meanings of voluptuous
Meaning: Highly attractive or sexy.
Example Sentence: She's looking voluptuous in that dress.
Meaning: Generously curvy.
Example Sentence: Her voluptuous figure turned heads at the party.