
Extravagant
Immoderate Usage
Indicates using resources or money beyond what is reasonable or necessary.

His extravagant use of water during the drought was frowned upon.
Show of Wealth
Often suggests a desire to impress others with spending.

Her extravagant purchases at the mall were purely to show off.
Negative Connotation
Usually implies criticism or disapproval of the spending habits.

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