Definitions

low-cost

[loh-kawst, -kost] / ˈloʊˈkɔst, -ˈkɒst /

ADJECTIVE

cheap

Synonyms

STRONGEST

economical inexpensive low-priced

WEAK

at a bargain bargain bargain-basement bargain-counter bought for a song budget buy cheapo competitive cost next to nothing cut-price cut-rate depreciated dime a dozen easy on the pocketbook half-priced irregular low low tariff lowered marked down moderate nominal on sale popularly priced real buy reasonable reduced sale slashed standard steal uncostly undear utility worth the money

Antonyms

STRONGEST

expensive high-priced

Example Sentences

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“The U.S. has the lowest-cost natural gas in the world.”

From MarketWatch

The USPS, which has a mandate to deliver relatively low-cost mail across the country six days a week, loses money.

From Barron's

That caution reflects a broader reality about India's pharmaceutical industry - the global powerhouse behind low-cost generic medicines.

From BBC

There should be growth if militaries worldwide continue focusing on implementing smart, low-cost, autonomous battle technologies.

From Barron's

It is a critical issue for governments threatened by low-cost, easily obtainable drones that can wreak outsize destruction, and are usually shot down only by the most advanced -- and expensive -- missile technologies.

From Barron's

low-cost

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