Luxury Goods

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun expenditure

adjective done in a way that is easily seen or noticed

  • Conspicuous consumption is often associated with displaying wealth through luxury goods and services.
  • People who engage in conspicuous consumption are often seen as showing off their money.
  • Those who flex with their flashy purchases are all about that conspicuous consumption life.
  • In a world where status is measured by possessions, conspicuous consumption reigns supreme.

gem

noun a person or thing considered to be outstandingly good or special in some respect

  • The museum curator carefully examined the rare gem before putting it on display.
  • I found a beautiful gem while exploring the beach yesterday.
  • That new restaurant is a real gem, you have to try it out!
  • Her kindness is a true gem in a world full of negativity.