DEFINITION: v. To purchase a bauble, article of clothing, or major appliance, in order to alleviate anxiety or other psychological stress. Often leads to overspending. n. An item which has been purchased to fill an emotional void.

Anguisquander

Created by: clasjaz

Pronunciation: a[ng]-wiskwander

Sentence: Lack of self-esteem caused Ted to anguisquander when he bought a lamborgini.

Etymology: anguish, squander

Points: 440

Email this page to a friend