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.