extravagance

[US]/ɪkˈstrævəɡəns/
[UK]/ɪkˈstrævəɡəns/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. excessive or wasteful spending, behavior, or actions.

Example Sentences

the extravagance of the decor.

the extravagances of sensuality

We must combat extravagance and waste.

his reckless extravagance with other people's money.

His wife's extravagance soon bankrupted him.

wanton extravagance; wanton depletion of oil reserves.

antique porcelain, an extravagance we should have resisted;

Mr. Pearson’s income allows of no extravagance in his way of living.

His extravagance explains why he is always in debt.

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