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lavish

adjective

Reveal meaning and examples

Giving or providing something in generous or abundant amounts.

The director was lavish with praise for the careful restoration work.
Dictionary practice example.
Preparing a small apartment dinner, Jae worried that renting a second set of decorative plates would be an extravagance when enough suitable plates were already available. Her friend planned lavish refreshments, offering guests an abundant variety without requiring each person to try everything.
From Choosing What Is Worth Buying.
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