Definition

Referring to something that is much higher than what is reasonable or acceptable, especially in terms of price or cost.

Example

The hotel charged an exorbitant fee for a single night’s stay.

Conversation

Have you seen the prices at that new restaurant downtown?

Yeah, I heard they're really exorbitant for just a meal.

It's crazy! I can't believe people actually pay that much.

I guess some are willing to spend for a nice experience.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exorbitant → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or away from) and "orbitare" (meaning to wander or to go around). The word describes something that goes beyond the usual limits or bounds, hence excessive or unreasonably high.

Memory Tip

Think of something that goes 'out of bounds' ('ex-') and 'wanders' ('orbitare') beyond what is normal — that's why exorbitant means excessively high.

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