Lucullan

Lucullan
 
[loo-kuhl-uhn]

 
adjective: marked by lavishness and richness; sumptuous
 
Explanation

 
Lucullan describes something lavish or indulgently rich. The word hails from Lucullus, a Roman general famous for throwing feasts so extravagant that they became legendary. Looking for a word to describe that fancy restaurant or five-star hotel? Try Lucullan.

 
Example: The guests were amazed by the Lucullan feast served at the billionaire's wedding reception.

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Lucullan
British 
/ ;lu;k;;l;;n, lu;;k;l;n /
adjective
luxurious or sumptuous

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Etymology
Origin of Lucullan
First recorded in 1855–60; from Latin L;cull;nus; Lucullus, -an

Example Sentences
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Between courses, in truly Lucullan meals, the diner may be served a bit of sherbet "to refresh the palate."

From Time Magazine Archive


A daily struggle for survival replaced Lucullan orgies.

From Time Magazine Archive


To judge by the prices that they charge, the owners of many of Manhattan's Lucullan restaurants live by bread alone.

From Time Magazine Archive


The afternoon before the Lasker bash, Lynda graced a table at Manhattan's scintillating La Caravelle restaurant, while her Secret Service escort went around the corner for a less Lucullan lunch.

From Time Magazine Archive


Our table is not Lucullan, by any means; and we rarely have game out of season, hothouse fruit or many flowers.

From The "Goldfish" by Train, Arthur Cheney

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Lucullan

[loo-kuhl-uhn]