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单词 affordable
释义

affordable

adjective

af·​ford·​able ə-ˈfȯr-də-bəl How to pronounce affordable (audio)
: able to be afforded : having a cost that is not too high
products sold at affordable prices
an affordable purchase
affordable housing [=housing that is not too expensive for people of limited means]
affordability
ə-ˌfȯr-də-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce affordable (audio)
noun
affordably
ə-ˈfȯr-də-blē How to pronounce affordable (audio)
adverb
an affordably priced car

Synonyms

  • accessible
  • popular
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Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Dealers and state lawmakers who oppose Mr. Chen’s efforts say that independent dealerships play a critical role in the car-buying process, helping to create competition between franchises that ultimately keeps prices affordable for consumers. Sean Mclain, WSJ, 17 Sep. 2022 As Arizona grapples with an affordable housing crisis, housing advocates worry that vacation rentals are gobbling up homes and depleting the housing stock available for full-time residents. Juliette Rihl, The Arizona Republic, 17 Sep. 2022 Since Figma debuted in 2016, it’s been touted as an Adobe killer for being more efficient, collaborative, and affordable. Ananya Bhattacharya, Quartz, 16 Sep. 2022 But that program has been unable to keep rates affordable or keep up with the cost of claims — the same problems already plaguing Louisiana’s homeowners insurance market. Jon Schuppe, NBC News, 16 Sep. 2022 Expanding access to affordable childcare certainly will be a priority for me. Malaika Jabali, Essence, 16 Sep. 2022 It’s one of the most affordable multisport smartwatches on the market. Mike Richard, Men's Health, 16 Sep. 2022 For more than a decade, Yoga to the People was a mainstay of affordable movement classes in New York and beyond. Andrea Marks, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2022 The industry has been hurt by shrinking real estate in Southern California, more affordable land in other states, rigorous permitting processes and the shortage of water and other natural resources. Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

afford + -able

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

affordable

adjective

af·​ford·​able
ə-ˈfȯr-də-bəl
: within someone's ability to pay : reasonably priced
an affordable bike

affordable

adjective

1
as in popular
being within the financial means of most people once those electronic devices became affordable, sales skyrocketed

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • popular
  • accessible
  • cheap
  • inexpensive
  • discount
  • low
  • budget
  • reasonable
  • modest
  • low-end
  • bargain-basement
  • rock-bottom
  • moderate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • expensive
  • upscale
  • costly
  • high
  • dear
  • high-end
2
as in inexpensive
costing little they've added some affordable options

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • inexpensive
  • cheap
  • reasonable
  • popular
  • low
  • budget
  • cheapo
  • dirt cheap
  • chintzy
  • cheapie
  • discounted
  • cut-price
  • low-end
  • cut-rate
  • discount
  • bargain-basement
  • reduced
  • el cheapo
  • cheapish
  • moderate
  • wholesale
  • worthless
  • dime-store
  • lowered
  • ultracheap
  • supercheap
  • valueless
  • fire-sale

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • expensive
  • valuable
  • pricey
  • costly
  • high
  • premium
  • deluxe
  • precious
  • dear
  • pricy
  • spendy
  • prohibitive
  • exorbitant
  • extravagant
  • inflated
  • increased
  • unreasonable
  • overpriced
  • high-ticket
  • steep
  • luxurious
  • invaluable
  • stiff
  • priceless
  • prohibitory
  • superexpensive
  • ultraexpensive
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