Exorbitant (Adjective)
Meaning
Greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation; "exorbitant rent"; "extortionate prices"; "spends an outrageous amount on entertainment"; "usurious interest rate"; "unconscionable spending".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new policy requires residents to pay exorbitant fees for even the most basic city services.
- Many small business owners have complained about the exorbitant interest rates charged by banks on their loans.
- Travelers to the city are often shocked by the exorbitant prices of meals and accommodations during peak tourist season.
- After graduating from college, Sarah was burdened by exorbitant student loans that made it difficult for her to make ends meet.
- Critics have argued that the new tax hike imposes an exorbitant burden on low-income families and individuals.