Meaning of the word prodigal in English
What does prodigal mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
prodigal
US /ˈprɑː.dɪ.ɡəl/
UK /ˈprɒd.ɪ.ɡəl/
Adjective
1.
spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant
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The prodigal son quickly squandered his inheritance.
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Her prodigal spending habits led to financial ruin.
2.
having or giving something on a lavish scale
Example:
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Nature is prodigal with her gifts.
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The land was prodigal in its yield of crops.
Noun
a person who spends money in a recklessly extravagant way
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He returned home a repentant prodigal.
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The family worried about their son, the notorious prodigal.