Extravagance

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈstrævəɡəns/

Definitions of extravagance

noun excessive or unnecessary spending or behavior

Example Sentences

A1 Buying expensive gifts is considered an extravagance.

A2 She indulged in the extravagance of a luxurious spa day.

B1 His extravagant spending habits led to financial difficulties.

B2 The extravagant decorations at the wedding reception were breathtaking.

C1 The billionaire's lifestyle was filled with extravagance and opulence.

C2 The film director spared no expense in creating an extravagant set for the movie.

adjective extravagant (related to or characterized by extravagance)

Example Sentences

A1 She thought the expensive dress was too much of an extravagance.

A2 He couldn't afford the extravagance of eating out every night.

B1 The extravagant decorations at the party impressed all the guests.

B2 The billionaire's lifestyle was filled with extravagance and luxury.

C1 The hotel's extravagance was evident in its opulent furnishings and amenities.

C2 The artist's work was a study in extravagance, with intricate details and lavish materials.

Examples of extravagance in a Sentence

formal The wedding reception was filled with extravagance, from the luxurious decor to the gourmet food.

informal She always goes for the latest fashion trends, even if it means a bit of extravagance.

slang I can't believe he spent that much money on such extravagance!

figurative His love for her knew no bounds, it was an extravagance of emotions.

Grammatical Forms of extravagance

plural

extravagances

comparative

more extravagant

superlative

most extravagant

present tense

extravagance

future tense

will extravagance

perfect tense

has extravagance

continuous tense

is extravagancing

singular

extravagance

positive degree

extravagant

infinitive

to extravagance

gerund

extravagancing

participle

extravagant

Origin and Evolution of extravagance

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'extravagance' originated from the Latin word 'extravagantia' which means 'wandering beyond'.
Evolution of the word: Originally, 'extravagance' was used to describe actions that went beyond the norm or boundaries. Over time, the word has evolved to also connote excessive or unnecessary spending or behavior.