Synonyms of extravagances

extravagances

noun

plural of extravagance

as in wastes

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wastes
• luxuries
• prodigalities
• indulgences
• splurges
• excesses
• dissipations
• wastages
• self-indulgences
• overindulgences
• profusions
• losses
• profligacies
• overkills
• immoderacies

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• necessities
• savings
• economies
• thrifts
• frugalities
• austerities
• conservations
• restraints
• parsimonies
• moderations
• temperances
• penny-pinchings
• belt-tightenings

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of extravagances

In the wealthiest state in the wealthiest country in history, these are not extravagances. — Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026

And as in those days, extravagances like butler service and delicacies like caviar, lobster, and seafood towers are at the ready. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026

Still, Stroheim’s spending was out of control—literally so, insofar as attempting to rein him in seemed to provoke new extravagances. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 17 Jan. 2026

The more exciting news for everyone who can’t afford such extravagances is that Malone is promising new music by then. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2025

The profits from the nursing homes fueled his luxury cars, elegant homes and other extravagances, including, famously, a $360,000 watch. — Kevin G. Hall, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025

Even in economic uncertainty, people appreciate little extravagances; something extra that shows businesses still value them. — Dan Gingiss, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025