PRODIGALITY Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

prodigality

noun

Definition of prodigality

as in waste

an instance of spending money or resources without care or restraint his purchase of a new yacht was only one of a series of reckless prodigalities

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as in generosity

the quality or fact of being free or wasteful in the expenditure of money his prodigality eventually turned him into a pauper

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Noun

As of Wednesday, Lineage has removed approximately 80% of the food waste from the Boyle Heights warehouse.

— Celina Tebor, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Refill stores and zero waste shops around the Bay Area are also stocked with alternatives.

— Anne Makovec, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of waste

Noun

In 1661, King Louis XIV ordered construction that would transform a simple hunting lodge into what eventually became a testament to the lavishness of French royalty.

— Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026
Taking the latter to another level is the new Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, the first two-seater from the marque’s division devoted to automotive lavishness.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 June 2026

Definition of lavishness

Noun

For rooms, the ADA Studio Coastline View room is 816 square feet of glorious view with a king-sized bed, spacious bathroom, and private patio for the ultimate in extravagance and ease.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
Rather than overwhelming diners with extravagance, each course builds thoughtfully toward the next.

— Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of extravagance

Noun

Nouvel’s adjustable floors turbocharge that flexibility, producing a profusion of spaces that can meet the ever-expanding demands of contemporary art.

— Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026
In this deep perennial border, Jordin layered tough perennials that deliver a profusion of color in the height of summer, including catmint, ‘Millenium’ allium, ‘Cinderella’ milkweed, and clary sage.

— Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2026

Definition of profusion

Noun

Celebrations began early for Berry, who has been enjoying vacation at the ultra-exclusive and luxury Kokomo private island resort in Fiji with her fiancé Van Hunt.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026
As traditional luxury faces consumer resistance to ever-increasing costs, DeMellier offers design, craftsmanship, and value without the exorbitant price tag.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

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