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Sumptuous Definition & Meaning

sumptuous
adjective
  1. rich and superior in quality; "a princely sum"; "gilded dining rooms"

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What does sumptuous mean?
rich and superior in quality; "a princely sum"; "gilded dining rooms"
What part of speech is sumptuous?
Sumptuous is an adjective.

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