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voluptuous

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /vəˈlʌptʃuəs/

KK: /vəlˈʌptʃuəs/

adjective
Definition

Relating to or characterized by a strong enjoyment of physical pleasure, especially in terms of beauty or sensuality.


Example

The artist created a voluptuous sculpture that captivated everyone who saw it.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that painting at the gallery?
Sloth B
Yes, it was so voluptuous and full of life!
Sloth A
I loved how the colors blended together.
Sloth B
Me too! It really created a sense of warmth and comfort.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sensuous
luscious
curvaceous
Antonyms
ascetic
plain
unappealing
Root Explanation

Voluptuous → It is formed from "voluptas" (meaning pleasure or delight) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of). The word "voluptuous" describes something that is full of pleasure or sensual delight.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pleasure' ('voluptas') to remember that 'voluptuous' means full of pleasure or delight.

Visually Confused Words
unvoluptuous
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