Synonyms for "expensive"
6 kid-friendly synonyms for expensive, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "expensive" mean?
The word expensive is an adjective that means: costing a lot of money.
Example: "That car is expensive."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for expensive
Younger kids can use these in place of "expensive":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for expensive
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for expensive
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of expensive (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of expensive:
FAQ — synonyms for expensive
What is a good synonym for expensive in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try costly. For older students, "costly" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does expensive have?
We list 6 grade-appropriate synonyms for expensive across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is expensive a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, expensive is used as an adjective.
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