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extravagant

/ɪkˈstɹævəɡənt/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Given to or characterized by sumptuous consumption; luxurious and expensive.

    - "The extravagant party went on late into the night."
    - "His extravagant lifestyle led to financial ruin."
  • adjective

    Beyond what is usual, proper, or reasonable.

    - "Her extravagant demands were beyond belief."
    - "The extravagant lengths to which some people will go for fame."

Pronunciation
  1. /ɪkˈstɹævəɡənt/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with extravagant
extravaganza , fabulous , magnificent , lavish , pompous , magnanimous
Variants
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extravagant , extravagantly
Forms
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extravagantly, extravagance, extravagant's


Etymology
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From Middle English extravagant, from Latin extravagare ‘to wander outside, rove, be mad’, from ex- ‘out’ + vagare ‘to wander’.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'extravaganza' is often used to describe a grand and elaborate spectacle, such as a theatrical production or a parade.

  2. In mathematics, an extravagant function is a function that grows faster than any polynomial.

  3. The word 'extravagant' is derived from the Latin word 'extravagare', which means 'to wander outside' or 'to rove beyond the proper bounds'.

  4. The term 'extravaganza' was first used in English in the late 15th century.


Related Concepts
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  1. luxury: Luxury refers to the enjoyment of comforts and conveniences beyond the basic necessities of life. Extravagance can be considered a heightened form of luxury.

  2. opulence: Opulence refers to the state of being rich and luxurious. Extravagance can be seen as an expression of opulence.


Culture
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Extravagant is often used to describe something that is luxurious, opulent, or over-the-top. It can be found in various forms of literature, art, and music, such as F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, where extravagance is a central theme. It is also a common term in the world of fashion and design, where extravagant outfits and accessories are highly sought after.

How to Memorize "extravagant"

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  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Extravagant Elephants' to remember the meaning of the word. Extravagant Elephants are large, luxurious, and expensive animals, just like the meaning of the word.


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