opulent Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite rich and superior in quality
    gilded; princely; sumptuous; luxurious; grand; deluxe.
    • a princely sum
    • gilded dining rooms

WordNet

Op"u*lent adjective
Etymology
L. opulens, opulentus, fr. ops, opis, power, wealth, riches, perh. akin to E. apt: cf. F. opulent. Cf. Copious, Couple, Office.
Definitions
  1. Having a large estate or property; wealthy; rich; affluent; as, an opulent city; an opulent citizen. -- Op"u*lent*ly, adv.
    I will piece Her opulent throne with kingdoms. Shak.

Webster 1913