1
as in lavishness
the quality or fact of being free or wasteful in the expenditure of money
Hollywood stars are famous for the extravagance of their parties
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as in waste
an instance of spending money or resources without care or restraint
the purchase of a fur coat was simply the latest of his wife's extravagances
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Recent Examples of extravagance
Recession-core is the theory that fashion trends not only reflect but also predict economic downturns, with minimalism and the absence of extravagance signaling economic flux.
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Tiana Randall, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
But the Mill Basin house failed to sell quickly, and with each price chop, there were headlines mocking its design, its extravagance, its connection to Rosatti.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 3 Mar. 2025
The result is a deeply personal sanctuary where luxury is measured not by extravagance, but by a profound sense of quiet peace and connection to nature.
—Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Earlier in spring training, Cashman was asked about the Yankees’ ability to compete with the Dodgers — who doubled down with a post-championship spending spree this past winter — and Mets’ extravagance in recent years.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2025
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Tiana Randall, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
But the Mill Basin house failed to sell quickly, and with each price chop, there were headlines mocking its design, its extravagance, its connection to Rosatti.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 3 Mar. 2025
The result is a deeply personal sanctuary where luxury is measured not by extravagance, but by a profound sense of quiet peace and connection to nature.
—Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Earlier in spring training, Cashman was asked about the Yankees’ ability to compete with the Dodgers — who doubled down with a post-championship spending spree this past winter — and Mets’ extravagance in recent years.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extravagance
Noun
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The International Renewable Energy Agency estimates that the cumulative waste from photovoltaics will reach 4 million tons globally in 2030, and almost 50 million tons in 2040.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Rare earth mining’s role in the green energy transition For its part, MP Minerals touts its sustainability measures, like water recycling and secure waste storage, and points out that the mine meets stringent California environmental regulations.—
Stephanie Hanes,
Christian Science Monitor,
18 Apr. 2025
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However, as costs continue to rise, ensuring the future of these festivals depends on the generosity of attendees.—
Pamela Maass,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
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The generosity of donors and volunteers filled him with gratitude.—
Amy Yurkanin,
ProPublica,
15 Apr. 2025
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Hotel is a luxury resort located along the serene mangroves, offering a peaceful escape while still being close to the action of the downtown.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2025
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That sort of showboating elicits laughs from TV audiences, partly because today's younger shoppers are spending less on pricey goods and more on luxury experiences.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The record-breaking precipitation sparked super bloom events across the state (the profusion of flowers could even be seen from space).—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
20 Mar. 2025
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Amid the profusion of plants, Fish found ways to make each part of the garden feel like a distinct space.—
Teresa Woodard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Extravagance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extravagance. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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