Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

costly

adjective
/ˈkɔːstli/
Definition
Involving considerable expense; expensive.
Examples
  • The repairs for the car were quite costly.
  • She wore a costly necklace that sparkled in the light.
  • Building a new house can be costly if you don’t budget carefully.
Meaning
Something that is costly is very expensive or requires a lot of money to obtain or maintain.
Synonyms
  • expensive
  • pricey
  • lavish
  • precious
  • high-priced