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- [lav-ish]
- /ˈlæv ɪʃ/
- /ˈlæv.ɪʃ/
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- [lav-ish]
- /ˈlæv ɪʃ/
Definitions of lavish word
- adjective lavish expended, bestowed, or occurring in profusion: lavish spending. 1
- adjective lavish using or giving in great amounts; prodigal (often followed by of): lavish of his time; lavish of affection. 1
- verb with object lavish to expend or give in great amounts or without limit: to lavish gifts on a person. 1
- noun lavish Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious. 1
- adjective lavish extravagant 1
- transitive verb lavish give profusely 1
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Origin of lavish
First appearance:
before 1425 One of the 25% oldest English words
1425-75; late Middle English lavas profusion (noun), profuse (adj.) < Middle French lavasse downpour of rain, derivative of laver to wash < Latin lavāre
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Parts of speech for Lavish
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adjective
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lavish popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
lavish usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for lavish
verb lavish
- squander — to spend or use (money, time, etc.) extravagantly or wastefully (often followed by away).
- heap — a group of things placed, thrown, or lying one on another; pile: a heap of stones.
- fritter — to squander or disperse piecemeal; waste little by little (usually followed by away): to fritter away one's money; to fritter away an afternoon.
- deluge — A deluge of things is a large number of them which arrive or happen at the same time.
- give — to present voluntarily and without expecting compensation; bestow: to give a birthday present to someone.
adjective lavish
- abundant — Something that is abundant is present in large quantities.
- plentiful — existing in great plenty: Coal was plentiful, and therefore cheap, in that region.
- bountiful — A bountiful supply or amount of something pleasant is a large one.
- sumptuous — entailing great expense, as from choice materials, fine work, etc.; costly: a sumptuous residence.
- generous — liberal in giving or sharing; unselfish: a generous patron of the arts; a generous gift.
Antonyms for lavish
verb lavish
- hoard — a supply or accumulation that is hidden or carefully guarded for preservation, future use, etc.: a vast hoard of silver.
- economize — to practice economy; avoid waste or extravagance.
- limit — the final, utmost, or furthest boundary or point as to extent, amount, continuance, procedure, etc.: the limit of his experience; the limit of vision.
- hold — to have or keep in the hand; keep fast; grasp: She held the purse in her right hand. He held the child's hand in his.
- save — to rescue from danger or possible harm, injury, or loss: to save someone from drowning.
adjective lavish
- scanty — scant in amount, quantity, etc.; barely sufficient.
- austere — If you describe something as austere, you approve of its plain and simple appearance.
- barren — A barren landscape is dry and bare, and has very few plants and no trees.
- depressed — If you are depressed, you are sad and feel that you cannot enjoy anything, because your situation is so difficult and unpleasant.
- destitute — Someone who is destitute has no money or possessions.
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