CEFR C1

exorbitant

adjective

Meaning

Exceeding the bounds of moderation or fairness, especially regarding cost or demand.

Examples

The hotel charged an exorbitant fee for a basic bottle of water.
Many families are being priced out of the city due to exorbitant rent increases.

Synonyms: high, expensive, steep, excessive, extortionate

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exorbitant (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: ɪɡˈzɔːrbɪtənt

Definition

Exceeding the bounds of moderation or fairness, especially regarding cost or demand.

Examples

The hotel charged an exorbitant fee for a basic bottle of water.
Many families are being priced out of the city due to exorbitant rent increases.
The lawyer's exorbitant hourly rate made it impossible for the small business to afford representation.

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