Extravagant
easyNegative toneik-STRAV-uh-gunt
adjective
Definition
Lacking restraint in spending money or using resources
Memory hook
EXTRA-VAGANT: Wandering BEYOND limits with spending -- excessively wasteful.
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Examples
“His extravagant lifestyle led to financial problems.”
“The wedding featured extravagant decorations and entertainment.”
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Fill in the blank with the right word:
“His ______ lifestyle led to financial problems.”
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extravagant
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GRE Tip
Extravagant is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "lavish" or "wasteful" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "frugal".
Related GRE Words
profligate
Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources
prodigal
Spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant
bountiful
Large in quantity; abundant; giving generously
excessive
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate
frugal
Sparing or economical with regard to money or food
liberal
Generous in giving; given freely; open to new ideas
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