Overpriced

Pronunciation: /ˌoʊvərˈpraɪst/

Definitions of overpriced

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case, 'overpriced' describes something that is priced too high

Example Sentences

A1 The souvenir shop near the beach is overpriced.

A2 I think this restaurant is overpriced for the quality of food they serve.

B1 The designer handbag was way too overpriced for my budget.

B2 The hotel room was overpriced compared to other accommodations in the area.

C1 I refuse to buy from that store anymore because everything is overpriced.

C2 The luxury car brand is known for being overpriced but people still buy it for the status symbol.

Examples of overpriced in a Sentence

formal The designer handbag was significantly overpriced compared to similar options on the market.

informal I can't believe how overpriced that concert ticket was!

slang That new restaurant is way too bougie and overpriced for my taste.

figurative His ego is so inflated, it's like he's selling himself at an overpriced rate.

Grammatical Forms of overpriced

• past tense: overpriced
• plural: overpriced
• comparative: more overpriced
• superlative: most overpriced
• present tense: overprice
• future tense: will overprice
• perfect tense: has overpriced
• continuous tense: is overpricing
• singular: overpriced
• positive degree: overpriced
• infinitive: to overprice
• gerund: overpricing
• participle: overpriced

Origin and Evolution of overpriced

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'overpriced' originated from the combination of the prefix 'over-' meaning excessive or beyond, and the word 'price' referring to the cost of an item or service.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a price that was set too high or above the perceived value of an item, 'overpriced' has evolved to also convey a sense of unfairness or exploitation in pricing practices.