Definition

In a way that costs a lot of money; expensively.

Example

The restaurant served food pricy enough to make anyone think twice about dining there.

Conversation

Did you see the new restaurant downtown?

Yeah, I heard it looks amazing but the food is served pricily.

I guess that’s why everyone is talking about it.

True, but sometimes you have to spend a little more for quality.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pricily → It is formed from "price" (from Old French *priz*, meaning value or worth) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "pricily" means in a manner that reflects high value or cost.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'price' which relates to value, and remember that 'pricily' means doing something in a way that shows it has high value.

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