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in a very comfortable condition due to an abundance of wealth
The phrase "in the lap of luxury" originated in the 18th century and has its roots in the practice of wealthy individuals or royalty reclining or sitting in a comfortable position with lavish fabrics and cushions. This idiom is used to describe someone who is living in a state of extravagant comfort, enjoying all the finest and most luxurious things that life has to offer.
- After the successful business merger, the company's executives are now in the lap of luxury, staying at 5-star hotels and flying first class.
- During the economic boom, many celebrities and athletes were living in the lap of luxury, enjoying the best that money could buy.
- If their real estate investments pay off, they plan to retire and live in the lap of luxury for the rest of their lives.
- When they won the lottery, they lived in the lap of luxury, surrounded by fine art, elegant furniture, and all the amenities one could desire.
- With her recent inheritance, she is living in the lap of luxury, pampering herself with spa treatments and designer clothes.