extravagant

adjective eks-trah-vah-GAHN Rare

Origin: Medieval Latin extravagans (wandering outside)

Also means

eccentric

Usage Note

Extravagant describes behavior, spending, or style that is excessive, flamboyant, or beyond normal bounds. The feminine form is extravagante. Related noun: l'extravagance (extravagance). It can refer to high spending (un train de vie extravagant = an extravagant lifestyle) or eccentric behavior.

Examples

"Ses tenues sont toujours extravagantes."

Natural Translation

Her outfits are always extravagant.

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