cost-effective
adjective
cost-ef·fec·tive
ˈkȯst-ə-ˈfek-tiv 
-ˌfek-
: producing good results without costing a lot of money
cost-effective measures to combat poverty
Robot spot welding can be quite cost-effective …—
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cost-effectiveness
noun
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Try this cost-effective solution instead, which adds an extra layer of comfort.
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Wine, Beer, and Spirits While not available in all states, purchasing alcohol at Costco is often a cost-effective choice.
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
These features eliminated many risks that concerned regulators while providing transparent, cost-effective crypto exposure.
—Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Try this cost-effective solution instead, which adds an extra layer of comfort.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
Wine, Beer, and Spirits While not available in all states, purchasing alcohol at Costco is often a cost-effective choice.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cost-effective
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“Cost-effective.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost-effective. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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