Synonyms for

Extravagant

Verb / eˈkstrævʌgʌnt / Another word for extravagant — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

excessive, lavish, or wasteful spending of money or resources

Synonyms & similar words

exuberant overweening excessive profligate prodigal spendthrift lavish excessive wasteful prodigal immoderate spendthrift profligate overindulgent overgenerous profuse over-the-top overdone unrestrained uncontrolled unbridled unbounded improvident reckless abundant luxurious

Synonyms by register

Formal

prodigal lavish immoderate excessive

Informal

over-the-top overboard overdone overkill

Literary

profuse opulent sumptuous

Antonyms

frugal economical thrifty moderate sensible restrained conservative

Common collocations

  • extravagant claims
  • extravagant lifestyle
  • extravagant spending
  • extravagant praise
  • extravagant gesture
  • extravagant tastes
  • extravagant display

Word family

noun extravagance
adjective extravagant
adverb extravagantly

Usage note

Often implies spending or using more than is necessary or reasonable. Can sometimes have a positive connotation of generosity or impressiveness, but more often suggests wastefulness.

Example sentences

  1. He spent an extravagant amount of money on his new car.
  2. She threw an extravagant party for her birthday.
  3. The hotel room was decorated in an extravagant style.
  4. The bride wore an extravagant wedding dress.
  5. The company's CEO lived an extravagant lifestyle.

Quotes

  • I'm extravagant. I don't know what the word means, but it sounds good to me. - Noel Coward
  • The most extravagant idea that can be born in the head of a political thinker is to believe that it is enough for people to enter, that the system will then be changed. - Antonio Gramsci
  • The best things in life are free. The second best things are very, very expensive. - Coco Chanel

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