Meaning of Cheapness | Babel Free
ˈtʃiːpnəsDefinitions
- The state or character trait of being cheap (stingy).
- The state or characteristic of being cheap (whether inexpensive, poorly made, or both).
- Synonym of shoddiness.
- Synonym of inexpensiveness; affordability.
Equivalents
Examples
“His cheapness was legendary; he refused to use⟳ candles or lamps, not to reduce⟳ the risk⟳ of fire but rather to save⟳ a penny.”
“Her mother, in 1684, retiring with'her daughter, for cheapness, to some place⟳ in Surrey, (she does not tell⟳ us where,) became acquainted with Dr. Glisson […]”
“Mrs. Jallatt didn't study⟳ cheapness, but somehow she generally attained it.”
“He was also interested in the cost⟳ of book production, as can be seen in his article on the cheapness of papyrus as a writing material.”
“It seems to me that whoever at the Department of Transport⟳ or the train⟳ operating companies, or both, is specifying the standard of seats these days has taken leave⟳ of their senses and opted for cheapness over comfort.”
“The cheapness of the manufacturing is insulting. [the product is poorly made]”
“The cheapness of the offerings is amazing. [the prices are surprisingly good]”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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