Prodigal
Visual Reference
Context: A young man surrounded by shopping bags from luxury brands, wearing flashy jewelry and expensive clothes, epitomizing the prodigal spending habits of the wealthy.
Meaning
Imagine someone who spends money without thinking, buys everything they see, or wastes what they have.
"Prodigal" describes someone who uses resources carelessly or wastefully.
If someone doesn't manage their things wisely and tends to waste a lot, you can say they're prodigal!
Example Sentences
Here are five sentences using "prodigal" in different real-life contexts:
- The prodigal son spent all his money on fancy things and parties.
- She was warned not to be prodigal with her inheritance.
- After winning the lottery, he lived a prodigal lifestyle, buying expensive cars and homes.
- Many parents teach their children not to be prodigal with food and to eat all that's on their plate.
- The festival was a prodigal event, with lavish decorations and feasts.