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Extravagant

usgb/ɪkˈstrævəɡənt/Volume
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Immoderate Usage

Indicates using resources or money beyond what is reasonable or necessary.

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His extravagant use of water during the drought was frowned upon.
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Show of Wealth

Often suggests a desire to impress others with spending.

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Her extravagant purchases at the mall were purely to show off.
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Negative Connotation

Usually implies criticism or disapproval of the spending habits.

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Neighbors whispered about his extravagant parties in such hard times.
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DecadentExcessiveImmoderateLavishOstentatiousProdigiousProfligateWasteful
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