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extravagant

1 of 1adjective
/ɪkˈstrævəɡənt/
Forms:more extravagant,most extravagant
1

costing a lot of money, more than the necessary or affordable amount

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  • She threw an extravagant birthday party with live music and gourmet catering.
  • The celebrity's extravagant lifestyle included luxury cars and designer clothing.
  • The hotel's extravagant suites offered breathtaking views and personalized butler service.
  • The wedding reception was extravagant, complete with a five-course meal and fireworks.
  • The CEO's extravagant spending habits raised eyebrows among shareholders and employees alike.
2

making exaggerated or overly ambitious claims, promises, or statements that are often not grounded in reality

  • His extravagant claims about the future of technology seemed more like science fiction than reality.
  • The politician made extravagant statements about the economy, but they were quickly disproven by experts.
  • If he continues with such extravagant plans, the project may face significant setbacks.
  • The extravagant proposal for a new city project was criticized for being unrealistic and overly ambitious.
  • The CEO's extravagant promises to double profits within a month were met with skepticism by the board.