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voluptuousness

[/vəˈlʌptʃuəsnəs/]
noun
volúpia
1. The quality of being voluptuous; sensual or luxurious indulgence
She moved with a voluptuousness that captivated everyone in the room.
Ela se movia com uma volúpia que cativava todos na sala.
2. The state of being full-figured or having a curvaceous body
The artist celebrated the voluptuousness of the female form in his paintings.
O artista celebrou a volúpia da forma feminina em suas pinturas.
3. Luxuriousness; sumptuous or sensually appealing quality
The voluptuousness of the silk fabric felt incredible against her skin.
A volúpia do tecido de seda se sentia incrível contra sua pele.
Synonyms
sensualityluxuriousnesscurvaceousnessrichnesssumtuousnesshedonism
Antonyms
austerityplainnesssimplicityseverityrestraint

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
volúpia
Standard usage, referring to sensuality or curves
São Paulo
sensualidade
Often used as alternative emphasizing sensual aspect
Portugal
volúpia
Standard usage, consistent with Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
sensualismo
Sometimes used in colloquial contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

wallow in voluptuousness
revel in sensual pleasures
indulge in luxury
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