Exorbitant
English Meaning
Departing from an orbit or usual track; hence, deviating from the usual or due course; going beyond the appointed rules or established limits of right or propriety; excessive; extravagant; enormous; inordinate; as, exorbitant appetites and passions; exorbitant charges, demands, or claims.
- Exceeding all bounds, as of custom or fairness: exorbitant prices. See Synonyms at excessive.