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Extravagance

/ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

excessive or unnecessary expenditure or outlay of money.

His penchant for extravagance led him to spend lavishly on luxury cars and private jets.

the quality of being extravagant or wasteful.

The extravagance of her wedding made headlines across the country.

an instance of excessive or elaborate spending.

The gala was criticized for its extravagance in times of economic hardship.

Etymology

Late Middle English: from late Latin extravagantia, from the Latin word extravagari (to wander outside, stray) from extra (outside) + vagari (to wander).

Common Phrases and Expressions

living in luxury

To live in a state of great comfort and wealth, often involving extravagance.

go on a spending spree

To spend a lot of money in a short period of time, often extravagantly.

money to burn

Having more money than is needed, leading to extravagant spending.

Related Words

lavish

Sumptuous or extravagant, especially in terms of spending.

opulent

Showing great wealth; luxurious and extravagant.

prodigality

Excessive spending or wastefulness.

Slang Meanings

Flaunt

He likes to flaunt his wealth with extravagant parties.

Balling

She's balling hard with all her extravagant purchases.