Synonyms for

Pricey

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

Definition

Something that is expensive or costs a lot of money.

Synonyms & similar words

dear pricy costly highpriced expensive costly high-priced overpriced expansive priceful spendy dear exorbitant steep valuable precious luxurious fancy sumptuous lavish extravagant plush swanky posh

Synonyms by register

Formal

expensive costly high-priced

Informal

steep a bit much ouch a pretty penny

Literary

dear exorbitant

Antonyms

cheap inexpensive affordable budget-friendly economical low-cost

Common collocations

  • a bit pricey
  • rather pricey
  • too pricey
  • very pricey
  • pricey but worth it
  • a pricey item
  • pricey restaurant

Word family

adjective pricey
adverb pricily

Usage note

Pricey is an informal adjective used to describe something that is too expensive. It carries a slightly negative connotation.

Example sentences

  1. The diamond ring was too pricey for me to buy.
  2. I wanted to buy those shoes, but they were too pricey.
  3. Buying a new car can be very pricey.
  4. The restaurant we went to was very pricey, but the food was delicious.
  5. I don't like to shop at that store because everything is too pricey.

Quotes

  • I'm not a millionaire, but I wish I were. I'm not going to be stingy with my money, but I don't want to be too pricey.
  • I've always been a fan of good music, and I've always been willing to pay a little extra for it. But there's a limit to how pricey music can get.
  • I think the best way to make a movie is to be true to yourself and make the movie you want to make. But there's always a limit to how pricey a movie can be.

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