Vocabulary Entry

sumptuary

|adjective

adjective

Relating to or denoting laws or regulations that limit excessive personal expenditures or lifestyles, often to maintain social order.

Example Sentences

"The government enacted sumptuary laws to restrict lavish spending on clothing and food."

"Her sumptuary lifestyle reflected her beliefs in moderation and simplicity."

"Many cultures have historical sumptuary codes to delineate social classes."