Meaning of the word extravagant in English

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extravagant

US /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡənt/
UK /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡənt/
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Adjective

1.

lacking restraint in spending money or using resources

Example:
The couple lived an extravagant lifestyle, spending lavishly on luxury goods.
His gifts were always very extravagant, often costing a fortune.
2.

exceeding what is reasonable or appropriate

Example:
The artist used an extravagant amount of paint for the mural.
Her claims were so extravagant that no one believed her.
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