splurge

1 of 2

noun

ˈsplərj How to pronounce splurge (audio)
Synonyms of splurgenext
: an ostentatious effort, display, or expenditure

splurge

2 of 2

verb

splurged; splurging

intransitive verb

1
: to make a splurge
2
: to indulge oneself extravagantly
—often used with on
splurge on a new dress

transitive verb

: to spend extravagantly or ostentatiously

Examples of splurge in a Sentence

Verb You should let yourself splurge once in a while.
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Noun
Kemo Sabe The immensely popular, high-end western store out of Aspen set up shop in Jackson a few years back, hawking its splurge-worthy hats—which you can get branded with your initials—cowboy boots, belt buckles, bolo ties, and more. — Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026 Denali Suites are the splurge, with all of the extras above plus a refrigerator and private balcony looking toward Denali National Park and Preserve. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
Verb
Ahead, the frizz fighters celebrity hairstylists, colorists, and a trichologist swear by for fine hair, along with my own take on each, from drugstore steals to splurge-worthy picks. — Valeriya Chupinina, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026 Some prefer to splurge on concessions, while others save up for midway rides and carnival games. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for splurge

Word History

Etymology

Noun

perhaps blend of splash and surge

First Known Use

Noun

1828, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1844, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of splurge was in 1828

Rhymes for splurge

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“Splurge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/splurge. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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splurge

1 of 2 noun
ˈsplərj How to pronounce splurge (audio)
: an instance of spending more than usual

splurge

2 of 2 verb
splurged; splurging
: indulge oneself or spend lavishly

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