1
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
Jerome Powell defended the Federal Reserve’s D.C. headquarters renovations in a detailed response to White House budget director Russ Vought, rejecting claims of extravagance and reaffirming that all work follows historic preservation and accessibility standards.
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Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 18 July 2025
The interior eschews unnecessary heft by leaving out any use of such extravagances as undercoating, a heater, and backrests on the rear seats.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 14 July 2025
Outfitted with a modest personal bedroom and bathroom, the Royal Train reflected the Queen's preference for practicality over extravagance.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
In contrast, the mansion of Romania’s notorious final Communist rulers, Nicolae and Elena Ceaușescu, was the epitome of extravagance, with velvet- and silk-lined walls, a gilded bathroom, and a private cinema.
—Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
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Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 18 July 2025
The interior eschews unnecessary heft by leaving out any use of such extravagances as undercoating, a heater, and backrests on the rear seats.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 14 July 2025
Outfitted with a modest personal bedroom and bathroom, the Royal Train reflected the Queen's preference for practicality over extravagance.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
In contrast, the mansion of Romania’s notorious final Communist rulers, Nicolae and Elena Ceaușescu, was the epitome of extravagance, with velvet- and silk-lined walls, a gilded bathroom, and a private cinema.
—Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extravagance
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Fast fashion uses up massive amounts of water, produces hazardous chemicals and clogs up landfills in poor countries with textile waste, while also generating greenhouse gases in production, transport and disposal.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
4 Aug. 2025
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Common household hazardous waste items include antifreeze, motor oil, batteries, paints, pesticides and household smoke detectors.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
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Fuentes Espinal works in construction to support his family and has spent the last 15 years as a volunteer pastor at Iglesia del Nazareno Jesus Te Ama, also known as the Church of the Nazarene Jesus Loves You, where he is known for his sermons and generosity.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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The best advice networks are built on two key ingredients: generosity and trust.—
Lewis Schiff,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Infused with sodium hyaluronate and jojoba oil, this weightless formula whispers luxury rather than announcing makeup, delivering a long‑wear, crease‑ and sweat‑resistant finish that effortlessly layers under concealer.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
5 Aug. 2025
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This marks a significant milestone for the luxury hotel brand in the Gulf.—
Katharina Kotrba,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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From the amuse-bouche to the appetizers, and from the moment the waitstaff lifts the silver domes from the entrées in unison, every dish offers a profusion of delightful flavors presented with artistry and flair.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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In this deep perennial border, Jordin layered tough perennials that deliver a profusion of color in the height of summer, including catmint, 'Millenium' allium, 'Cinderella' milkweed, and clary sage. 2.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 July 2025
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“Extravagance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extravagance. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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