Definition of Extravagance
Extravagance
ex·trav·a·gance
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the quality of being wasteful and careless by spending too much money or using an excessive amount of resources, in a way that shows lack of restraint;
e.g. She continued with her extravagance until she found that she could no longer afford to buy basic necessities.
(noun)
something that cost too much money or required/consumed too many resources;
e.g. Having a car is an extravagance in your situation, so you should probably take the bus from now on.
(noun)
the quality of being overly elaborate or showy in style or nature, often describing someone's speech or actions;
e.g. I didn't trust the extravagance of his words, and I thought he might be lying.
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