lavishly
adverb/ˈlævɪʃli/
Frequency rank: #15,714 most common English word
Meaning
in a very rich, elaborate, or extravagant manner.
Example sentence
The wedding reception was lavishly decorated with flowers and candles.
Synonyms & related words
- extravagantly
- luxuriously
- opulently
- grandly
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