affordable
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Within one's financial means; able to be afforded: Describes something, especially a good or service, that is priced at a level considered reasonable and within the typical financial reach of a person or group.
- Not excessively expensive; reasonably priced: Implies that the cost is not prohibitive and represents good value relative to its quality or the average income.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- The company is committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to its employees.
- We need to find an affordable apartment in the city center.
- This restaurant offers delicious and affordable meals for families.
Advanced Usage
- "to make something affordable": To adjust pricing, subsidies, or conditions so that something becomes within financial reach.
- The new government subsidy aims to make solar panels affordable for average homeowners.
- "affordable for": Used to specify the group for whom something is financially accessible.
- The program is designed to be affordable for students and young professionals.
Variants and Related Words
- Affordability (noun): The quality of being affordable.
- The affordability of housing is a major concern in many cities.
- Afford (verb): To have enough money to pay for something.
- Can we afford to go on vacation this year?
Synonyms
- Inexpensive: Low in price.
- Reasonably priced: Priced fairly or moderately.
- Economical: Giving good value or service in relation to the money spent.
Antonyms
- Expensive: Costing a lot of money.
- Prohibitive: So high as to prevent purchase or use.
- Costly: Involving great expense.
Related Phrases
- Affordable housing: Housing deemed affordable to those with a median household income, often supported by government programs.
- The city council approved a new affordable housing development.
- Affordable care: Medical services or insurance plans available at a manageable cost.
- Access to affordable care is a fundamental right.
Adjective
- that you have the financial means for
- low-cost housing