What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “dollarwise”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “dollarwise”

The antonyms of dollarwise are expensive and lavish. The antonyms expensive and lavish convey a sense of luxury or extravagance. It implies a high cost or an excessive amount of money spent.

Explore all Antonyms of “dollarwise”

• expensive
• lavish

Definitions and Examples of expensive, lavish

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

expensive

Costing a lot of money; having a high price.

Example

The designer dress was too expensive for her budget.

lavish

Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.

Example

The wedding reception was lavish with crystal chandeliers and gourmet food.

Key Differences: expensive vs lavish

• 1. Expensive refers to something that costs a lot of money.
• 2. Lavish refers to something that is sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.

Effective Usage of expensive, lavish

• 1. Shopping: Use expensive to describe items that are costly.
• 2. Lifestyle: Use lavish to describe luxurious experiences or possessions.
• 3. Budgeting: Use dollarwise to describe being financially prudent or making wise spending decisions.

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Remember this!

The antonyms have distinct nuances: Expensive refers to something that costs a lot of money, while lavish refers to something that is sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious. Use these words in different contexts such as shopping, lifestyle, and budgeting to convey the appropriate meaning.