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

Another newcomer, closer Pete Fairbanks, the Marlins’ $13 million free-agent splurge, finished the game in good fashion. —Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2026

Frette’s outdoor pillows are the biggest splurge on our list, but just know the brand’s historic linens have been featured on the Orient Express and in the bedrooms of European royalty. —Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026

Verb

Ralph Lauren will see shares sail higher as affluent consumers continue to splurge on luxury goods in spite of macroeconomic turbulence, according to Citi. —Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026

Former Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie isn’t the first athlete to splurge after being given a massive contract extension. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 23 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