Meaning & Definition of word "Priceless"

Priceless

/ˈpraɪsləs/

adjective:

  • 1. Too valuable to be measured by price; invaluable.
    • Example: The historical artifact was deemed priceless by the museum curators.
  • 2. Having great worth or significance; beyond monetary value.
    • Example: Her support during difficult times was priceless to him.
  • 3. Extremely amusing or laughable; ridiculous.
    • Example: The look on his face when he tripped was absolutely priceless.

Etymology

Coined from 'price' + '-less' indicating without price or value.

Common Phrases and Expressions

priceless moment:

A moment of such significance that it cannot be measured in monetary terms.

priceless advice:

Advice that is deemed extremely valuable due to its impact.

Related Words

valuable:

Worth a great deal of money or important.

treasured:

Regarded as very valuable or important.

irreplaceable:

Too valuable or unique to be replaced.

Slang Meanings of priceless

Meaning: Something so entertaining or ridiculous that it is worth remembering.

Example Sentence: That fail video was priceless, I can't stop laughing.

Meaning: Used to describe an experience that is so good it can't be quantified.

Example Sentence: Our trip last summer was just priceless!