Expensive
Adjective
UK
/ɪkˈspen.sɪv/
US
/ɪkˈspen.sɪv/
Definition
Something that costs a lot of money.
Example
"This phone is very expensive."
"They stayed in an expensive hotel during their trip abroad."
"Buying an expensive dress taught her that saving money for important things is better than spending too quickly."
Explanation
Expensive describes something that costs a lot of money. For example, jewellery, cars, or designer clothes can be very expensive. People usually compare prices to decide whether something is expensive or cheap. Expensive things are often considered valuable or high quality, but not always necessary. For some, eating at a fancy restaurant is expensive, while for others it is normal. This word helps people talk about shopping, money management, and choices about what to buy.