plural extravagances
1
: the act or practice of spending a lot of money : wasteful or careless spending
The reorganization of the department was aimed at reducing extravagance.
his extravagance with money
2
: a special purchase that costs more than you usually spend
That coat is an extravagance that you can't afford.
Going to the play will be our one extravagance for this vacation.
3
: the quality of something that is very expensive or fancy : an extravagant quality
I was shocked by the extravagance of their lifestyle.
The church is known for the extravagance of its architecture.
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“Extravagance.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/extravagance. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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