Definition

A person who gives or spends freely and generously, often in a way that is extravagant or excessive.

Example

The lavisher threw a grand party, inviting everyone and providing lavish gifts.

Conversation

Have you met the new guy at the office?

Yeah, he's quite the lavisher when it comes to compliments.

I noticed that too; he really knows how to make people feel good.

Absolutely! It's refreshing to have someone like that around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lavisher → It is formed from "lavish" (from Middle English *lavissh*, meaning extravagant or profuse) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). A lavisher is a person who is extravagant or gives freely and generously.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'extravagant' ('lavish') and the '-er' just means a person. A lavisher is someone who gives generously.

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