splurge

American  

[splurj] / splɜrdʒ /

verb (used without object)

splurged, splurging

1. to indulge oneself in some luxury or pleasure, especially a costly one.

   They splurged on a trip to Europe.

2. to show off.

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verb (used with object)

splurged, splurging

1. to spend (money) lavishly or ostentatiously.

   He splurged thousands on the party.

noun

1. an ostentatious display, especially an extravagantly expensive one.

   Synonyms:

   spree, indulgence

splurge British  

/ splɜːdʒ /

noun

1. an ostentatious display, esp of wealth

2. a bout of unrestrained extravagance

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verb

1. (often foll by on) to spend (money) unrestrainedly or extravagantly

Other Word Forms

• splurgily adverb
• splurgy adjective

Etymology

Origin of splurge

1820–30, perhaps blend of splash and surge

Example Sentences

The splurge in investment has been a surprise addition to U.S. growth.

From MarketWatch

Food inflation, which prevails in the new year, has made dining an increasingly costly affair, whether you’re eating at home or splurging on a night out.

From Salon

Once, in her early 20s when she had little money to her name, she splurged several thousands of dollars just to attend one of his events.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some parts of the country reported that "spending was stronger among higher-income consumers," who were willing to splurge on luxury goods, travel and other experiences, the Fed said.

From Barron's

However, he said, he’s seen more strain in the middle-income consumer who might be less reluctant to splurge in a better economy.

From MarketWatch