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

Slang Meanings

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