Local English word record

exorbitant

adjective · 1 sense

greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation

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Examples

  • exorbitant rent
  • extortionate prices
  • spends an outrageous amount on entertainment
  • usurious interest rate
  • unconscionable spending

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Synonyms

extortionate, outrageous, steep, unconscionable, usurious

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