pricey
word
Definition
Something that is pricey costs a lot of money; it is more expensive than average.
Usage & Nuances
'Pricey' is informal and often used to describe things that seem too expensive for their value. Often paired with products, restaurants, or services. Similar to 'expensive', but with a more casual, sometimes slightly negative connotation. Do not use in formal writing.
Spanish: caro - costosoPortuguese (BR): caroPortuguese (PT): caroChinese (Simplified): 贵的 - 昂贵的Chinese (Traditional): 貴的 - 昂貴的Hindi: महंगाArabic: غالٍ
Example Sentences
That car is really pricey.
basic
The shoes were too pricey for me.
basic
We can't afford that pricey restaurant.
basic
The new phone looks nice, but it’s a bit pricey for what it offers.
natural
I wanted to buy that jacket, but it was too pricey, so I’ll wait for a sale.
natural
Some healthy foods are surprisingly pricey these days.
natural