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sumptuary

adjective

/ˈsʌmp.tʃuˌɛr.i/

Meaning

Relating to laws or regulations intended to limit personal spending on luxury goods.

In medieval Europe, sumptuary laws restricted the wearing of expensive fabrics to the nobility.

restrictive, prohibitive, regulatory, limiting

permissive, indulgent

sumptuary laws, sumptuary regulations, sumptuary restrictions

Causing worry, unease, or anxiety.

No longer in use or out of date.

Excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily in texture.

Relating to or characterized by migration, especially animals or people moving from one place to ano...

Having great power or strength.

Having the characteristics of a master or authority; commanding and dignified.