outdwell

/ˈaʊtˌdwel/

Definitions

1. verb

to live beyond one’s means or to spend money more quickly than one earns it

“After winning the lottery, she outdwelled her income for a few years, living a life of luxury.”

2. verb

to be more extravagant or spendthrift than someone else

“He outdwelled his friend at the shopping mall, buying more expensive gifts for his family.”

3. noun

the act of living beyond one’s means or of spending money more quickly than one earns it

“Her outdwell was unsustainable, and she eventually had to file for bankruptcy.”

Synonyms

  • overspend
  • splurge

Antonyms

  • frugality
  • thrifty