How To Spell pricey?
How to Pronounce pricey?
Correct pronunciation for the word "pricey" is [pɹˈa͡ɪsɪ], [pɹˈaɪsɪ], [p_ɹ_ˈaɪ_s_ɪ].
What are the misspellings for pricey?
"Pricey" in context
When it comes to something being pricey, it usually has quite a negative connotation to it. For some people, the idea of spending a lot of money on something can be disheartening and almost turn them away from wanting it. However, pricey can sometimes be worth it. Higher priced items tend to not only have a better quality but may even last longer. It's been proven that some things may be pricey for a better reason such as being made locally or handmade with skill. In addition, companies will make items that are pricey to be more exclusive and unique to be seen as a luxury.
What are similar-sounding words for pricey?
Usage over time for pricey:
This graph shows how "pricey" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.
Synonyms for Pricey:
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• expensive • extravagant, excessive • costly • unreasonable • exorbitant • unreasoned -
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- high-class .
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- flash .
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