Luculus

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Definition

Proper noun A Roman general and statesman, Lucius Licinius Lucullus, renowned for his military campaigns, particularly in the Third Mithridatic War, and for his subsequent retirement to a life of extreme wealth and luxury, especially noted for hosting elaborate and extravagant feasts.

Examples of Usage
  • Lucullus is often cited in historical texts as the epitome of opulence and culinary excess.
  • The biography details the military strategies of Lucullus before his famous retirement.
  • Writers contrasted the disciplined life of Cato with the luxurious life of Lucullus.
Advanced Usage
  • "Lucullan feast" or "Lucullean feast": An idiom meaning an incredibly lavish and sumptuous banquet.
    • The wedding reception was a veritable Lucullan feast, with delicacies from around the world.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lucullan (adjective): Pertaining to Lucullus or, more commonly, meaning characterized by lavishness and luxury, especially in food.
    • They enjoyed a Lucullan spread of gourmet dishes.
Synonyms
  • Epicure
  • Sybarite
  • Hedonist (when referring to his pursuit of pleasure in retirement)
Related Idioms
  • "To dine like Lucullus": To eat an extraordinarily luxurious and expensive meal.
    • After his promotion, he joked that he could finally afford to dine like Lucullus.
Noun
  1. Roman general famous for giving lavish banquets (110-57 BC)

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