adj
Uncommon
extravagant
ihk-STRA-vuh-guhnt
Extravagant (adj) means spending much more money than necessary; lavish or wasteful. Example: “They threw an extravagant party with fireworks and a live orchestra.”
adj
1
Spending much more money than necessary; lavish or wasteful.
"They threw an extravagant party with fireworks and a live orchestra."
2
Exceeding reasonable limits; excessive or over-the-top.
"His extravagant claims about the product turned out to be pure hype."
How to use extravagant
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishExcessive, lavish, or over-the-top, especially with money or claims.
Common pairings
extravagant spending
extravagant claims
extravagant lifestyle
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more extravagant
- Superlative
- most extravagant
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Etymology
From Medieval Latin extravagans, "wandering beyond" — from extra ("beyond") + vagor ("to wander, stray").
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Frequently asked questions
What does “extravagant” mean?
The word “extravagant” means spending much more money than necessary; lavish or wasteful. In plain terms, excessive, lavish, or over-the-top, especially with money or claims.
How do you pronounce “extravagant”?
“Extravagant” is pronounced ihk-STRA-vuh-guhnt (/ɪkˈstɹævəɡənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “extravagant” in a sentence?
Here is “extravagant” used in a sentence: “They threw an extravagant party with fireworks and a live orchestra.”
What part of speech is “extravagant”?
“Extravagant” is an adjective.
Where does the word “extravagant” come from?
The word “extravagant” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin extravagans, "wandering beyond" — from extra ("beyond") + vagor ("to wander, stray").
Is “extravagant” a common word?
“Extravagant” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “extravagant” have?
“Extravagant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: spending much more money than necessary; lavish or wasteful.
