prodigal — spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɑːdɪɡəl/
Korean meaning: 돈이나 자원을 함부로 낭비하는, 방탕한
Korean pronunciation: **프**로디걸
Example Sentences
- My prodigal roommate bought 20 pairs of shoes this month and now can't afford ramen.
- The company's prodigal investment in unnecessary gadgets almost bankrupted them.
- After years of prodigal living, she finally learned the value of saving money.
prodigal
ADJECTIVE//ˈprɑːdɪɡəl//
spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant
A prodigal young man throws money carelessly while luxury shopping
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His prodigal digital habits lost their magical appeal!
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Origin
From Latin 'prodigus' meaning 'wasteful' or 'lavish,' derived from 'prodigere' (to drive forth, squander), composed of 'pro-' (forward) and 'agere' (to drive or act).
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“My prodigal roommate bought 20 pairs of shoes this month and now can't afford ramen.”
“The company's prodigal investment in unnecessary gadgets almost bankrupted them.”
“After years of prodigal living, she finally learned the value of saving money.”
“He was prodigal with his compliments, praising everyone he met.”
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