Extravagantes (en. Extravagant)
/estravagantes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That shows excessive originality or oddity.
His dressing style is so extravagant that it always attracts attention.
Su estilo de vestir es tan extravagante que siempre llama la atención.
That is wasteful or has excessive expenses.
The event was extravagant, with luxurious and costly decoration.
El evento fue extravagante, con una decoración lujosa y costosa.
That is rare or unconventional.
The design of the building is extravagant and surprising.
El diseño del edificio es extravagante y sorprendente.
Etymology
From Latin 'extravagans', which means 'wandering, straying off the path'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to do something extravagant
to carry out an action in an excessive or unusual way.
hacer algo extravagante
to have extravagant tastes
to have preferences that are unconventional or very elaborate.
tener gustos extravagantes
an extravagant behavior
to act in a way that surprises or is unusual.
un comportamiento extravagante
Related Words
extravagance
The character or quality of being extravagant.
extravagancia
originality
The ability to create new and different things.
originalidad
peculiarity
A distinctive characteristic that stands out.
peculiaridad
Slang Meanings
Thing or person that stands out for its rarity.
That car is very extravagant, it looks like a spaceship.
Ese coche es muy extravagante, parece una nave espacial.
Behavior that seeks to attract attention.
He always arrives at parties with something extravagant.
Siempre llega a las fiestas con algo extravagante.