extravagantly (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡənt.li/

Definition

In a way that is extremely or excessively expensive, elaborate, or luxurious; in a way that shows a lack of self-control in spending money or using resources.

Examples

• She decorated the ballroom extravagantly for the party.

• He lived extravagantly, spending money as if it were going out of style.

• The designer's latest collection is extravagantly over-the-top, with feathers and jewels on every piece.

Synonyms of extravagantly

Words with a similar meaning to extravagantly:

• lavishly
• sumptuously
• prodigally

Antonyms of extravagantly

Words with the opposite meaning to extravagantly:

• frugally
• economically

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