Extravagant/ɪkˈstrævəɡənt/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Immoderate Usage Indicates using resources or money beyond what is reasonable or necessary. His extravagant use of water during the drought was frowned upon. Pro Tip 2/3Show of Wealth Often suggests a desire to impress others with spending. Her extravagant purchases at the mall were purely to show off. Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation Usually implies criticism or disapproval of the spending habits. Neighbors whispered about his extravagant parties in such hard times.