Expensive — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Expensive
Expensive (adjective)
- involving high cost or sacrifice
- commanding a high price and especially one that is not based on intrinsic worth or is beyond a prospective buyer's means
- characterized by high prices
Expensive (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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commanding a large price
"expensive clothing that only the truly wealthy can afford"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Expensive
The most common words with a similar meaning to Expensive:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Expensive
Words with the opposite meaning of Expensive:
Near Antonyms of Expensive
Word Forms of Expensive
Derived words: expensively (adverb), expensiveness (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Expensive
expense:1 + -ive
First known use: circa 1617
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Expensive
- CEFR level: A1 English Vocabulary — Page 6
- Topics: Shopping & Money
Frequently Asked Questions about Expensive
What does "Expensive" mean?
"Expensive" means involving high cost or sacrifice. As an adjective, it is defined as: involving high cost or sacrifice.
What is another word for "Expensive"?
Other words for "Expensive" include big-ticket, costly, dear, extravagant, high, high-end, high-ticket and precious. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Expensive" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Expensive"?
There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Expensive". Common alternatives include big-ticket, costly, dear, extravagant, high, high-end, high-ticket, precious, premium and priceless.
What is the opposite of "Expensive"?
Antonyms of "Expensive" include cheap and inexpensive. Near antonyms include moderate, reasonable, valueless and worthless.
How do you use "Expensive" in a sentence?
Examples of "Expensive" in a sentence: "expensive clothing that only the truly wealthy can afford".
Is "Expensive" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Expensive" is an adjective.
Is "Expensive" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A1-level word, "Expensive" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.
How do you pronounce "Expensive"?
"Expensive" is pronounced /ik-ˈspen(t)-siv/ and divided into syllables as ex·pen·sive.