splurge
splurge — verb
1. to spend a large amount of money on something enjoyable but not necessary, espec
to spend a large amount of money on something enjoyable but not necessary, especially an item that costs much more than you would normally pay for it — for example, buying a designer bag, an expensive watch, or top-of-the-line electronics as a treat to yourself
Manuela splurged on a designer handbag for her thirtieth birthday.
splurge on [luxury item] for [occasion]
Minho splurged on a top-of-the-line stereo system after receiving his annual bonus.
The Chen family splurged on a weekend at a luxury hotel by the beach.
Quan splurged on an expensive watch, even though he knew he could not afford it.
Sivan splurged on a gourmet meal to celebrate passing her final exams.
- overspend
focuses on exceeding a budget rather than treating oneself
- indulge
broader — can mean giving in to any desire, not only spending money
- splash out
British English equivalent, similar level of informality
文法句型
splurge + on + noun phrase
splurge (without object)
用法筆記
Frequently used with the preposition 'on' before the item purchased. Can also appear without an object: 'I feel like splurging today.'
常見錯誤
2. to allow yourself to do or have something that gives you great pleasure, in a wa
to allow yourself to do or have something that gives you great pleasure, in a way that feels freely generous or even excessive — for example, ordering the most expensive dish at a restaurant, buying a full-day pass instead of a half-day one, or treating yourself to a massage and facial
Diya splurged on a massage and facial at the resort spa.
splurge on [wellness / service]
We splurged and ordered the most expensive dish on the menu.
splurge + and + [verb] (absolute use)
Jessica splurged on a full day of skiing instead of just a half-day pass.
The group of friends splurged on a private tour of the ancient temples.
- indulge
broader — can mean giving in to any desire, not necessarily with money
- treat oneself
more positive and suggests a smaller-scale reward
- live it up
more informal, suggests a short period of celebration
- deprive oneself
to go without something you would enjoy
文法句型
splurge + on + noun phrase
splurge (without object)
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 1 — the emphasis here is on personal enjoyment and indulgence rather than on buying specific goods. This sense often appears with experiences such as meals, trips, spa treatments, or entertainment.
splurge — noun
1. an instance of buying or paying for something far more expensive than what you w
an instance of buying or paying for something far more expensive than what you would normally choose, typically as a way of treating yourself
Brian's weekend splurge left him with almost no money for the rest of the month.
possessive + splurge + consequence clause
The annual sale turned into a major splurge for Iris and her friends.
Shirin's splurge on a vintage guitar was her biggest purchase ever.
Erik regretted the splurge as soon as he looked at his bank statement.
After months of saving, Rin's splurge on a new laptop felt well deserved.
- spending spree
implies shopping at multiple places in a short period
- binge
more negative, suggesting a lack of control
- treat
smaller scale, less expensive
- saving
the act of keeping money rather than spending it
文法句型
a + splurge + on + noun phrase
possessive + splurge
用法筆記
Often takes the preposition 'on' after it to specify what was bought ('a splurge on a new TV'). Usually countable and often used in the singular. Frequently appears in phrases like 'go on a splurge' or 'have a splurge.'
常見錯誤
2. a large, obvious show of wealth, effort, or style that is intended to impress ot
a large, obvious show of wealth, effort, or style that is intended to impress others or draw attention — for example, a wedding decorated with excessive gold and flowers, or an office wall covered with trophies and awards
The billionaire's wedding was a splurge of gold, flowers, and designer dresses.
a splurge of [display items]
Ife's splurge of awards and trophies filled an entire wall of his office.
The company's splurge on a private jet seemed unnecessary to most employees.
The CEO's splurge of expensive cars was meant to impress the neighbours.
- extravaganza
more celebratory and less critical in tone
- spectacle
focuses on what is seen rather than the effort behind it
- show
more neutral, less excessive in connotation
文法句型
a + splurge + of + noun phrase
用法筆記
More formal in tone than the other senses and often carries a mildly disapproving tone. Used for any showy display, not only spending — an 'effort' or 'display' can be called a splurge in this sense.