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Expensively Meaning in English

word · lemma: expensive

ˌɛkˈspɛnsɪvɫi
ek-SPEN-siv-lee
ɛkspˈɛnsɪvli
ek-SPEN-siv-lee

Definition

In a way that costs a lot of money; using a lot of money to pay for something.

Usage & Nuances

'Expensively' is an adverb and usually describes how something is done or the manner in which something is bought, made, or decorated with high cost. Not commonly used in daily conversation but clear in written and formal speech. Don't confuse with 'expensive' (adjective). Common after verbs: 'dress expensively', 'live expensively', 'decorate expensively'.

Example Sentences

She dresses expensively for all her parties.

basic

They decorated their home expensively for the wedding.

basic

The meal was prepared expensively, with rare ingredients.

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He always seems to live expensively, even when money is tight.

natural

You don’t have to travel expensively to have a great vacation.

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The house is furnished expensively, but it doesn’t feel very cozy.

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