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    Expensive

    /ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    costing a lot of money; high-priced.
    The designer handbag was too expensive for my budget.
    requiring a significant amount of resources or effort.
    The project was expensive in terms of time and manpower.
    resulting in substantial financial loss or disadvantage.
    Insuring the high-value artwork can be quite expensive.

    Etymology

    From Latin "expensivus" meaning 'costly, extravagant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    expensive taste:
    Having preferences for high-priced items or experiences.
    expensive mistake:
    A decision that results in significant financial loss.
    expensive real estate:
    Property that is priced higher than the average market rate.

    Related Words

    cost
    The amount that must be paid or spent to buy or obtain something.
    value
    The importance, worth, or usefulness of something.
    luxury
    A state of great comfort or extravagant living.

    Slang Meanings

    Bank-breaking
    That designer handbag is bank-breaking!
    Pricy
    Dining at that restaurant is really pricy.