Voluptuary
noun
A person who enjoys and takes pleasure in luxury and sensory enjoyments, and often indulges in them excessively.
Despite his modest income, John aspired to live life as a voluptuary, indulging in gourmet foods and fine wines whenever possible.
Usage tips
Formal
Literary
noun
A person who enjoys and takes pleasure in luxury and sensory enjoyments, and often indulges in them excessively.
Despite his modest income, John aspired to live life as a voluptuary, indulging in gourmet foods and fine wines whenever possible.
Usage tips
Formal
Literary
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Literary Usage
Used more in books and stories than in everyday conversation, creating an artistic impression.
In the novel, the character was portrayed as a true voluptuary, lavishly dressed and constantly surrounded by fine art.
Pro Tip 2/3Excessive Indulgence
Suggests someone who often goes overboard in seeking pleasure, potentially neglecting other aspects of life.
Her voluptuary ways led her to spend every weekend at the spa, ignoring her family responsibilities.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Can imply overindulgence or lack of restraint, often viewed as a negative trait in many cultures.
He was criticized as a voluptuary for spending fortunes on paintings while his employees were underpaid.
Pro Tip 1/3Literary Usage
Used more in books and stories than in everyday conversation, creating an artistic impression.
In the novel, the character was portrayed as a true voluptuary, lavishly dressed and constantly surrounded by fine art.
Pro Tip 2/3Excessive Indulgence
Suggests someone who often goes overboard in seeking pleasure, potentially neglecting other aspects of life.
Her voluptuary ways led her to spend every weekend at the spa, ignoring her family responsibilities.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Can imply overindulgence or lack of restraint, often viewed as a negative trait in many cultures.
He was criticized as a voluptuary for spending fortunes on paintings while his employees were underpaid.
Pro Tip 1/3Literary Usage
Used more in books and stories than in everyday conversation, creating an artistic impression.
In the novel, the character was portrayed as a true voluptuary, lavishly dressed and constantly surrounded by fine art.
Pro Tip 2/3Excessive Indulgence
Suggests someone who often goes overboard in seeking pleasure, potentially neglecting other aspects of life.
Her voluptuary ways led her to spend every weekend at the spa, ignoring her family responsibilities.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Can imply overindulgence or lack of restraint, often viewed as a negative trait in many cultures.
He was criticized as a voluptuary for spending fortunes on paintings while his employees were underpaid.
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