Lush Definition

lush
adjective
  1. produced or growing in extreme abundance; "their riotous blooming"
  2. characterized by extravagance and profusion; "a lavish buffet"; "a lucullan feast"
  3. full of juice; "lush fruits"; "succulent roast beef"; "succulent plants with thick fleshy leaves"
noun
  1. a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually

"Lush" in song lyrics

See how lush is used in real songs:

  • "I won't eva hush, drinking beer make my lot lush"
    Dizzee Rascal — Jus A Rascal
  • "Wanna chill, all that poppin pills and you're kind of a lush"
    Chief Chinchilla a.k.a. J-Zone f/ Breezly Brewin — Calvin's Hard Lemonade
  • "Swingin through, your favorite neighborhood lush"
    Talib Kweli & Hi Tek f/ Rah Digga, Xzibit — Down for the Count

Usage tips for "lush"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lush" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for lush to find words that pair well.

Look up another word