Luxe
/lʌks/noun
A term denoting elegance, sumptuousness, and high quality.
Did you know?The origin of 'luxe' is linked to the Latin 'lux', meaning light, suggesting that true luxury is illuminated and revered.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
lux
“Light; brightness, often symbolizing clarity and purity.”
Middle French
Old French
luxueux
“Full of light; splendid, associated with opulence.”
15th Century
English
luxurieus
“Characterized by luxury; lavish and indulgent.”
17th Century
English
luxe
“A borrowed term directly referencing luxury and extravagance, often used in fashion and lifestyle.”