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

Petite Diamond Huggies Looking for a splurge gift? —Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2025

Dining here is definitely a splurge, but early reviews of the restaurant seem positive. —Carly Neil, USA Today, 13 Dec. 2025

Verb

Buffett may be a man of great wealth, but there are no stories of him chasing after the toys many billionaires splurge on. —John Blake, CNN Money, 14 Dec. 2025

Find stocking stuffers like memory foam slippers and multitools, or splurge on a big gift like a Shark blow dryer brush, Beats headphones, a cordless vacuum, or a SodaStream for the whole family to enjoy. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2025

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