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Exorbitant

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: exceeding normal or reasonable limits; excessive

Senses:

Sense 1:

exceeding what is considered a reasonable or fair price

Example Sentence: The prices at that restaurant are exorbitant; I would never pay that much for a meal.

Sense 2:

going beyond the bounds of what is considered normal or customary

Example Sentence: Their exorbitant demands for attention made it impossible for anyone else to get work done.

Sense 3:

extremely intense or extravagant

Example Sentence: The wedding reception was exorbitant, with fireworks, live music, and gourmet food.