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extravagance Definition and Meaning in English (extravagance definition)

noun
Synonyms:profligacywastefulnesslavishness
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Extravagance definition: The act or habit of spending money or resources excessively and wastefully.

Definitions of Extravagance

  1. 1noun

    The act or habit of spending money or resources excessively and wastefully.

Example Sentences

“Her extravagance with clothes often left her short on cash.”

“The company's extravagance in its annual party budget drew criticism.”

“He tried to curb his extravagance after realizing its impact on his savings.”

Synonyms

profligacywastefulnesslavishness

Antonyms

frugalityeconomythrift

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adjectiveextravagant
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Extravagance definition: The act or habit of spending money or resources excessively and wastefully.
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