luxuriare

have to excess, indulge

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Adult reclines comfortably in a deep padded chair with soft blanket, eyes closed savoring warmth and tea, no other room scenery.

verb

luxuriate

lug-ZHOOR-ee-ayt/lʌɡˈʒʊriˌeɪt/

To take great pleasure in comfort or pleasurable sensations.

Etymology

luxuriateLatinhave to excess, indulge

Luxuriare links having an abundance with indulging to excess. Luxuriate can describe exuberant growth, but in this sense that abundance becomes deep enjoyment of something pleasant or comfortable.

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