pricey
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpɹaɪsi// UK //pɹˈaɪsi// pricey
adj. expensive or costing a lot of money. You use this word when you think the price of something is a bit high.
adj. costing a high price; expensive. Often used to express a mild negative judgment about the cost of consumer goods or services.
The hotel was a bit pricey, but the view was amazing.
Eating out in the city center can get pricey if you don't check the menu prices beforehand.
While the initial investment in high-quality solar panels may seem pricey, the long-term savings on utility bills usually justify the upfront expenditure.
From price + -y.
Usage
Often modified by degree adverbs like 'a bit', 'rather', or 'quite'.