Definition

The quality of being excessive or unreasonable, especially in terms of price or amount.

Example

The exorbitance of the hotel prices during the festival shocked many travelers.

Conversation

Have you noticed the exorbitance of prices in the new cafe downtown?

Yeah, I was shocked when I saw the menu!

I mean, coffee shouldn't cost that much, right?

Exactly! It feels like they just want to cash in on the hype.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exorbitance → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or away from) and "orbitare" (meaning to wander or to go around). The word describes a state of going beyond the usual limits or bounds, hence excessive or extravagant behavior.

Memory Tip

Think of going 'out of' ('ex-') the usual 'path' ('orbitare') — that's why exorbitance means going beyond normal limits.

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