Synonyms of pricey

pricey

adjective

ˈprī-sē 

variants also pricy

as in expensive

commanding a large price

a small boutique selling pricey women's clothing

Synonyms & Similar Words

• expensive
• valuable
• costly
• premium
• precious
• extravagant
• high
• spendy
• luxurious
• high-end
• priceless
• dear
• high-ticket
• big-ticket
• steep
• prohibitive
• exorbitant
• unaffordable
• ultraexpensive
• unreasonable
• overpriced
• deluxe
• invaluable
• uneconomic
• inestimable
• sky-high
• sumptuous
• stiff

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• inexpensive
• cheap
• reasonable
• moderate
• worthless
• valueless
• discounted

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pricey

At $38, this is a pricier brand of sunscreen; however, the smooth formula and lightweight feel justify the cost for many. — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 12 July 2026

But as crowds have increased, necessitating pricey parking and shuttle reservations, many people are looking elsewhere in Northern California to get their redwoods fix. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026

Erewhon has also faced controversy for some of its priciest items, which have included a $19 strawberry from luxury Japanese fruit vendor Elly Amai that comes packaged individually, as well as $30 cocktail ice. — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 12 July 2026

Amid a pricey market with valuations often detached from fundamentals, dividend investors are seeking value opportunities. — Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026