high-priced
UK: /ˌhaɪ ˈpraɪst/ | US: /ˌhaɪ ˈpraɪst/
adj. costing a lot of money; expensive
The word "high-priced" is a compound adjective formed by combining "high," meaning elevated or great in degree, and "priced," derived from "price" (the cost of something). The suffix "-ed" turns the noun "price" into an adjective, creating a term that literally means "having a high price." This straightforward construction reflects the word's transparent and practical origin in English, where compounding is a common method for creating descriptive terms.
The store specializes in high-priced luxury goods.
Despite being high-priced, the product sold out quickly.
They avoided high-priced restaurants to save money.
The high-priced ticket included exclusive backstage access.
High-priced items often come with better warranties.