pricey

adjective

ˈprī-sē How to pronounce pricey (audio)
variants also pricy
Definition of priceynext
as in expensive
commanding a large price a small boutique selling pricey women's clothing

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Recent Examples of pricey Related article Tesla insurance has always been pricey. — Matthew Rehbein, CNN, 25 Mar. 2025 In the past, launching a company—especially one in tech—came with a pricey tag. — Jaime Catmull, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025 Less pricey parts of the Midwest and South saw the highest Gen Z shares, while pricey coastal metros lagged. — Christine Clarridge, Axios, 21 Mar. 2025 Those first appearances will be in early 2023; at this writing, router maker TP-Link had just announced a slate of pricey Archer router and Deco mesh Wi-Fi 7 gear to debut in Q1. — PCMAG, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pricey
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pricey
  1. expensive
  2. valuable
  3. premium
Adjective
  • The Charlotte Observer found that all of CLT Airport’s parking lots are more expensive than all but one of the off-airport sites.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
  • And these days many would-be renters end up as buyers because the rental market in NYC is still so competitive and expensive.
    — Frederick Peters, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Definition of expensive
Adjective
  • These shoes are so highly coveted and valuable that Sotheby’s hosted an auction to sell them.
    — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
  • Unbeknownst to them, one friend intends to rob the place, seeking a valuable antique.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of valuable
Adjective
  • Constantin’s high-stakes bet could be a make-or-break test of the global appeal of premium European fantasy.
    — Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge.
    — Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of premium

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