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Lavish
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Simple meaning
What does Lavish mean?
Lavish means very rich, generous, or plentiful.
Dictionary definition
Rich, generous, or more than enough; also to give something generously.
Example sentences
Lavish in a sentence
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The party had lavish decorations.
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The book described a lavish palace with bright halls.
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The review said the artist used lavish detail in every scene.
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Lavish word family
Base word
lavish
adjective
lavish
Rich, generous, or more than enough.
adverb
lavishly
In a rich or generous way.
noun
lavishness
The quality of being rich, generous, or abundant.
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Practice 1
What does lavish mean?
Lavish means very rich, generous, or plentiful
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to lavish?
Generous is close because lavish can mean giving more than enough.
Practice 3
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