splurge

1 of 2

noun

ˈsplərj 

: an ostentatious effort, display, or expenditure

splurge

2 of 2

verb

splurged; splurging

intransitive verb

1

: to make a splurge

2

: to indulge oneself extravagantly

—often used with on

splurge on a new dress

transitive verb

: to spend extravagantly or ostentatiously

Examples of splurge in a Sentence

Verb

You should let yourself splurge once in a while.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

From quick grocery runs to soaking up sunshine on the beach, these popular slides prove that comfort and style don’t require an extravagant splurge. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2026

Deep edge market could make his number manageable, if still a splurge. —Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026

Verb

Its unique aging process in wooden casks creates complex flavors, with options ranging from everyday to splurge-worthy. —Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026

Keep it budget-friendly with window shopping and a quick meal at a counter-service spot, or splurge on new Disney merchandise and a nice meal out—the choice is yours. —Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

perhaps blend of splash and surge

First Known Use

Noun

1828, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1844, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Rhymes for splurge

• dirge
• merge
• purge
• scourge
• serge
• spurge
• sturge
• surge
• urge
• verge
• converge
• diverge

Kids Definition

splurge

1 of 2 noun

ˈsplərj 

: an instance of spending more than usual

splurge

2 of 2 verb

splurged; splurging

: indulge oneself or spend lavishly