extravag

Extravag is a term used to describe something that is excessively luxurious, elaborate, or extravagant. It often implies a spending of money or resources far beyond what is necessary or reasonable. The word can be applied to a wide range of contexts, from personal spending habits to large-scale events and productions.

When used to describe spending, an extravagant purchase might be a designer item, a lavish vacation, or a large, opulent home. It suggests a disregard for cost in favor of indulgence or display. In the context of events or productions, an extravagant affair could be a celebrity wedding with an enormous guest list and multiple courses of gourmet food, or a theatrical performance with elaborate costumes, sets, and special effects.

The perception of what constitutes "extravagant" can be subjective and vary greatly depending on cultural norms, personal wealth, and individual values. What one person considers a reasonable luxury, another might deem excessively extravagant. The term often carries a connotation of being over the top, sometimes even wasteful, though it can also be used to describe something that is simply very grand and impressive.