'opulent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'opulentus,' where 'op-' meant 'wealth' and '-ulentus' meant 'full of.'

'opulentus' transformed into the French word 'opulent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'opulent' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'full of wealth,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'luxurious or lavish.'