splurge
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /splɜːrdʒ/
KK: /splɜrdʒ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To spend money freely or extravagantly, often on things that are not necessary.
Example
After saving for months, she decided to splurge on a new laptop.
Tense Forms
Past: splurged
Past Participle: splurged
Conversation
I decided to splurge on a new laptop this weekend.
That's awesome! What kind did you get?
I went for the latest model; I thought it was time to treat myself.
You deserve it! Sometimes you just have to splurge a little.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lavish
indulge
extravagate
Antonyms
save
scrimp
conserve
noun
Definition
A spending spree or an occasion when someone spends a lot of money on something special or luxurious.
Example
After saving for months, she decided to go on a splurge and buy herself a new designer handbag.
Conversation
I heard you went on a little splurge last weekend.
Yeah, I treated myself to a nice dinner and some new shoes.
That sounds amazing! Sometimes you just need to splurge a bit.
transitive verb
Definition
To spend a lot of money on something, often more than you need or planned to.
Example
After saving for months, I decided to splurge on a new laptop.
Tense Forms
Past: splurged
Past Participle: splurged
Conversation
I think I might just splurge on a new laptop this weekend.
That sounds exciting! What kind are you thinking about?
I'm looking at some high-end models that have great reviews.
Root Explanation
Splurge originates from the early 19th century, likely derived from the dialectal English word 'splurge' meaning to splash or to spatter, which is related to the idea of spending freely or extravagantly. The word captures the essence of spending money in a way that is excessive or showy, akin to splashing out.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone 'splashing' their money around extravagantly — that's why splurge means to spend freely.
Visually Confused Words
spurge
surge
purge
splairge