spendthrift — a person who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible way
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible way
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈspendθrɪft/
Example Sentences
- The millionaire's spendthrift son managed to blow through his inheritance in just six months.
- She's such a spendthrift that she bought a diamond-encrusted phone case for her cracked phone.
- My spendthrift roommate bought a $200 umbrella and then lost it the same day.
spendthrift
NOUN[/ˈspendθrɪft/]
a person who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible way
The young heir is a total spendthrift, blowing his fortune on gold statues and champagne.
Spending wildly at thrift store - the ironic spendthrift!
The spendthrift showers every gift, as his wealth vanishes swift!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Formed in the 16th century by combining 'spend' with 'thrift' (meaning frugality or saving). Ironically, this compound word uses 'thrift' to describe someone who does the exact opposite of being thrifty.
Breakdown
spend (to use up money) + thrift (frugality, saving money) = one who spends away their savings
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📝Examples
“The millionaire's spendthrift son managed to blow through his inheritance in just six months.”
“She's such a spendthrift that she bought a diamond-encrusted phone case for her cracked phone.”
“My spendthrift roommate bought a $200 umbrella and then lost it the same day.”
“The company went bankrupt due to its spendthrift CEO's lavish business trips.”
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