Splurging: meaning, definitions and examples

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splurging

 

[ ˈsplɜːrdʒɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

shopping spree

To spend money lavishly or extravagantly beyond one's means.

Synonyms

indulge in luxury, lavish spending, spend extravagantly

Examples of usage

  • I couldn't resist splurging on those designer shoes.
  • She splurged on a luxurious vacation to the Caribbean.
  • Don't splurge on unnecessary items, save your money instead.

Translations

Translations of the word "splurging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esbanjar

🇮🇳 फिजूल खर्च करना (phizool kharch karna)

🇩🇪 verschwenden

🇮🇩 menghamburkan uang

🇺🇦 тринькати

🇵🇱 roztrwaniać

🇯🇵 浪費する (ろうひする, rōhi suru)

🇫🇷 dépenser sans compter

🇪🇸 derrochar

🇹🇷 savurganlık yapmak

🇰🇷 낭비하다 (nangbi hada)

🇸🇦 تبذير (tabdheer)

🇨🇿 utrácet

🇸🇰 utrácanie

🇨🇳 挥霍 (huī huò)

🇸🇮 razsipavati

🇮🇸 eyða peningum

🇰🇿 шығындалу (shyghyndalu)

🇬🇪 ფლანგვა (phlangva)

🇦🇿 israf etmək

🇲🇽 derrochar

Etymology

The word 'splurge' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the word 'splurge' meaning to make a show. It was initially used in a more positive connotation, referring to a display of ostentatious spending or extravagance. Over time, it has come to be associated with excessive spending or indulgence beyond one's means.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,064, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.