Definition

Adjective: * Too costly for the value: Describing something, especially a product or service, that is sold at a price considered higher than its perceived worth, quality, or fair market value. It implies the price is excessive or unjustified.

Usage

The adjective "overpriced" is used to express a negative opinion about the cost of something. It is typically placed before a noun or used after a linking verb like "is," "seems," or "looks." * It is commonly used in consumer contexts, reviews, and complaints. * It is a subjective judgment based on the speaker's or writer's assessment of value.

Examples

• Before a noun:
  • I didn't buy anything; it was just a store full of overpriced souvenirs.
  • The restaurant received poor reviews for its overpriced menu.
• After a linking verb:
  • The hotel's minibar is completely overpriced.
  • This coffee seems overpriced for its small size.

Advanced Usage

• Comparative and Superlative Forms: "Overpriced" can be used in comparative ("more overpriced") and superlative ("most overpriced") forms to make comparisons.
  • This brand is even more overpriced than the luxury one.
  • That was the most overpriced sandwich I've ever eaten.

Variants and Related Words

• Overprice (verb): To set a price that is too high.
  • The retailer overpriced the new model, and it didn't sell well.
• Overpricing (noun): The act or practice of setting excessively high prices.
  • The government is investigating allegations of overpricing in the pharmaceutical industry.

Synonyms

• Exorbitant: (of a price or amount) unreasonably high.
• Extortionate: (of a price) grossly excessive; resembling extortion.
• Inflated: increased to a level that is not justified.
• Steep: (informal) (of a price or demand) not reasonable; excessive.

Antonyms

• Bargain: something bought for less than its usual price.
• Reasonably priced: having a fair and sensible price.
• Inexpensive: not costing a lot of money.
• A good value: providing a good return on the money spent.

Adjective

1. too costly for the value
   • overpriced items at resort shops