# extravagant

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**Created:** [September 18, 2021, 3:31am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190 "2021-09-18T03:31:13Z")\
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**Post date:** [September 18, 2021, 3:31am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190/1 "2021-09-18T03:31:13Z")

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词性：adj.  
音标： [ɪkˈstrævəɡənt]  
释义： 奢侈的，不切实际的，过头的，放肆的

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**Post date:** [September 18, 2021, 3:33am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190/2 "2021-09-18T03:33:09Z")

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Now, I dare say some of you might have heard some of the more extravagant rumors about what my plans are, so I just thought you’d like to hear it from me.

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**Post date:** [September 18, 2021, 3:33am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190/3 "2021-09-18T03:33:57Z")

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It was almost too extravagant.

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**Post date:** [September 18, 2021, 3:36am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190/4 "2021-09-18T03:36:37Z")

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I hope your father didn’t do anything too extravagant.

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**Post date:** [September 18, 2021, 3:37am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190/5 "2021-09-18T03:37:11Z")

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You wasted our money on something extravagant for yourself!

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**Post date:** [September 18, 2021, 3:38am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190/6 "2021-09-18T03:38:16Z")

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Well, it was a little extravagant, but I got a pretty good deal.

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**Post date:** [May 30, 2024, 11:25am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190/7 "2024-05-30T11:25:35Z")

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@Chatbot 你是一个英语教学的大师，你会用通俗易懂的方式给学生讲解各类英语知识，现在请你给我解释下上面帖子中我着重讲解的单词，介绍下这些单词在正式文书和口语中的各类含义，各举几个地道，自然的例子。介绍下这些单词的来历，以及我如何才能记住这些单词呢？

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**Post date:** [May 30, 2024, 11:26am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/190/8 "2024-05-30T11:26:09Z")

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Sure, I’d love to explain the word “extravagant” in a way that’s easy to understand, covering its various meanings, usage in both formal writing and everyday speech, origins, and some tips for remembering it. Let’s break it down:

### Word: **Extravagant**

#### Part of Speech:

- **Adjective (adj.)**

#### Pronunciation:

- **/ɪkˈstrævəɡənt/**

#### Meanings:

1. **Lavish or Luxurious** : Spending a lot of money on something, often more than is necessary.
2. **Excessive** : Going beyond what is reasonable or moderate.
3. **Impractical** : Not based on what is sensible or realistic.
4. **Unrestrained** : Lacking in moderation or self-control.

#### Usage:

- **Formal Writing** :
  - The project was criticized for its **extravagant** budget.
  - His claims were considered **extravagant** and unsupported by evidence.

- **Everyday Speech** :
  - That dress is beautiful, but it’s a bit **extravagant** , don’t you think?
  - We decided not to do anything **extravagant** for our anniversary this year.

#### Examples:

- **In Formal Writing** :
  - “The gala featured an **extravagant** display of culinary art, with dishes that were both sumptuous and artistically presented.”
  - “The company’s **extravagant** promises of unprecedented growth were met with skepticism by the investors.”

- **In Everyday Speech** :
  - “She bought an **extravagant** gown for the ball.”
  - “It’s **extravagant** to spend so much money on something you barely use.”

#### Origin:

- The word “extravagant” comes from Latin “ex-” meaning “out of” and “vagari” meaning “to wander.” It originally meant “wandering outside.”

#### Memory Tips:

1. **Visualization** : Picture a lavish, over-the-top event where everything is much bigger and more expensive than necessary.
2. **Word Roots** : Break it down into “extra” and “vague” — think of something that is extra and out of bounds, hence excessive.
3. **Usage** : Try to use it in sentences daily. For example, if you see something that seems over the top, describe it as **extravagant**.

#### Context from Clips:

1. **“Now, I dare say some of you might have heard some of the more extravagant rumors about what my plans are, so I just thought you’d like to hear it from me.”**
  - Here, “extravagant” means “excessive” or “unrealistic” rumors.

2. **“It was almost too extravagant.”**
  - This means something was almost too luxurious or excessive.

3. **“I hope your father didn’t do anything too extravagant.”**
  - This implies hoping the father didn’t spend too much money or act excessively.

4. **“You wasted our money on something extravagant for yourself!”**
  - Here, “extravagant” refers to spending a lot of money on something luxurious or unnecessary.

5. **“Well, it was a little extravagant, but I got a pretty good deal.”**
  - Suggests that while what was bought was luxurious or costly, it was still considered a good bargain.

By understanding these contexts and practicing with real-life examples, you’ll be able to grasp and remember the word more effectively!