Pricy

usgb/ˈpraɪsi/
Adjective

Something that costs a lot of money.

The hotel was lovely, but it was quite pricy.
Visual representation of "pricy" - Something that costs a lot of money.

Usage tips

Neutral

pricy restaurant,pricy item,pricy ticket

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Caution

Be careful when calling something pricy since it can imply a negative view.

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That dress is pricy for its quality!
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Context

Use pricy in shopping contexts to describe costs that feel excessive.

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I find that brand to be pricy.
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Casual use

It's often said in informal settings, so consider your audience.

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She joked about the pricy coffee.
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