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Meaning of Cheapness | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˈtʃiːpnəs

Definitions

  1. The state or character trait of being cheap (stingy).
  2. The state or characteristic of being cheap (whether inexpensive, poorly made, or both).
  3. Synonym of shoddiness.
  4. 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.
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