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    Prodigue (en. Prodigal)

    /pʁɔ.diɡ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Said of a person who spends excessively.
    He was prodigal with his wealth to help others.
    Il a été prodigue de ses biens pour aider les autres.
    Said of something that is given or used in large quantities.
    She showed incredible prodigality in her donations.
    Elle a fait preuve d'une prodigalité incroyable dans ses dons.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'prodigus', which means 'wasteful, extravagant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be prodigal with
    to be very generous with something.
    être prodigue de
    prodigal in compliments
    someone who gives compliments in large quantities.
    prodigue en compliments

    Related Words

    prodigality
    The act of spending without restraint.
    prodigalité
    prodigy
    An extraordinary event or person, often related to exceptional talent.
    prodige

    Slang Meanings

    To be overly spendthrift without thinking.
    He is really prodigal when it comes to outings.
    Il est vraiment prodigue quand il s'agit de sorties.
    Excessive spending during festive events.
    Her party was prodigal, everyone loved it.
    Sa fête était prodigue, tout le monde a adoré.