overpriced — having too high a price; costing more than it is worth
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having too high a price; costing more than it is worth
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌoʊvərˈpraɪst/
Example Sentences
- The coffee shop charges $10 for a latte - that's completely overpriced!
- Many tourists avoid the overpriced souvenir shops near famous landmarks.
- He thought the designer handbag was overpriced until he saw his wife's smile.
overpriced
ADJECTIVE[/ˌoʊvərˈpraɪst/]
having too high a price; costing more than it is worth
having too high a price; costing more than it is worth
Overpriced goods left her surprised, even though she came disguised!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Overpriced is a modern English compound formed from the combination of the prefix 'over-' (meaning excessive or beyond normal limits) and the adjective 'priced' (having a set price). The word developed to describe goods or services that are marked at a cost substantially higher than their fair or market value.
Breakdown
over- (excessive, beyond normal) + price (cost or monetary value) + -ed (past participle/adjectival suffix indicating a state or condition).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The coffee shop charges $10 for a latte - that's completely overpriced!”
“Many tourists avoid the overpriced souvenir shops near famous landmarks.”
“He thought the designer handbag was overpriced until he saw his wife's smile.”
“The housing market in this area seems overpriced compared to similar neighborhoods.”
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