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extravagance

🇬🇧 UK/ɪkˈstrævəɡəns/🇺🇸 US/ik'strævәgәns/
GREC2

Definitions

n.

The habit of spending more money than is reasonable; something costly and unnecessary

奢侈,铺张浪费;奢侈品

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
extraoutside, beyond
+
vaggo, walk
+
ancestate, quality
=extravagance

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Her extravagance in purchasing designer clothes eventually led to serious financial difficulties.

  • 2.

    The celebration was marked by extravagance, with champagne flowing and exotic dishes served.

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