Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hideously-expensive
Adjective
/ˈhɪdiəsli ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/

Definition
Extremely costly or overpriced, to an unsettling or shocking degree.

Examples
- Buying a new car these days can be hideously-expensive, often costing more than many people’s annual salaries.
- The restaurant is known for its hideously-expensive menu, making it a treat for special occasions only.
- Traveling to that destination can be hideously-expensive, especially during peak season.

Meaning
When something is described as hideously-expensive, it implies that the price is not just high, but excessively so—almost to the point of being outrageous or hard to fathom.

Synonyms
- Extravagantly priced
- Overpriced
- Cost prohibitive
- Eye-wateringly costly