Meaning of the word extravagance in English

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extravagance

US /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡəns/
UK /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡəns/
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Noun

1.

the quality of being excessive or elaborate, especially in spending money

Example:
The party was an act of pure extravagance, with champagne and caviar flowing freely.
He was criticized for his financial extravagance while many people struggled.
2.

an extravagant act or item

Example:
Buying a private jet is an unimaginable extravagance for most people.
The elaborate fireworks display was a beautiful but costly extravagance.
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