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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
Black communities have long created beauty and extravagance.
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Essence,
11 May 2026
The rooms The hotel’s 295 rooms and suites strike a balance between playful extravagance and more refined comfort.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
It’s packed with innovation and extravagance and black-tone extras, wheels to roof.
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James Raia,
Mercury News,
1 May 2026
In 2019, the theme was extravagance.
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Blanche Marcel,
Vanity Fair,
27 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for extravagance
Essence,
11 May 2026
The rooms The hotel’s 295 rooms and suites strike a balance between playful extravagance and more refined comfort.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
It’s packed with innovation and extravagance and black-tone extras, wheels to roof.
—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
1 May 2026
In 2019, the theme was extravagance.
—
Blanche Marcel,
Vanity Fair,
27 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for extravagance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extravagance
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Taking the latter to another level is the new Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, the first two-seater from the marque’s division devoted to automotive lavishness.
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There’s an understated lavishness; no celebrity interior designers have been let loose and rooms have a lustrous palette of pinks, yellows and blues.
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This process turns waste fats, oils, and greases into renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel.
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There, on the morning of June 4, he was found by the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee, a Nepali team that helps set routes on Everest and clean up waste left behind.
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That generosity extends throughout the ensemble.
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Wild lavender flowers fill Saudi’s desert landscapes in springtime, so purple is a celebrated color in the nation and regarded as a symbol of generosity.
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One person was killed and several others were hurt when a massive fire broke out at a luxury beach resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, local officials said.
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That’s partly attributable to a greater awareness of his business, Caring says, but more so a statement about the growth of luxury hospitality.
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Sure enough, Spurs’ wastefulness was punished.
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Gabriel also acknowledged lawmakers’ responsibility to oversee state spending seriously as well, and would be scrutinizing government programs for wastefulness.
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While these shrubs are low-maintenance, incorporating fertilizer into your care routine can improve plant health and spur new growth, resulting in a profusion of bold blooms.
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With a profusion of bright yellow flowers and deep roots, dandelions boldly take up residence in lawns and gardens.
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“Extravagance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extravagance. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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