Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Luxuriant

Flourishing

The most appropriate synonym of the word "luxurious" is flourishing.

• Luxurious means "having or providing great comfort and expensive or elaborate decoration."
• Flourishing means "growing or developing vigorously or successfully."

Both words suggest a state of abundance and vitality. However, "luxurious" is more specific in that it refers to a certain level of comfort and opulence. "Flourishing" is more general and can refer to any kind of growth or development, whether it is material or spiritual.

The other words do not have the same meaning as "luxurious."

• Meagre means "very small or scanty."
• Sparse means "thinly scattered or distributed."
• Combative means "ready or eager to fight."