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adjective bar·gain-base·ment \ ˈbär-gən-ˈbās-mənt \

Definition of bargain-basement

1 :of inferior quality or worth

2 :markedly inexpensive

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First Known Use of bargain-basement

1914

bargain-basement Synonyms

Synonyms

affordable, bargain-basement, budget, cheapie, cheapo, chintzy, cut-price [chiefly British], cut-rate, dime-store, dirt cheap, el cheapo, inexpensive, low, low-end, popular, reasonable

Antonyms

costly, dear, deluxe, expensive, high, high-ticket, precious, premium, pricey (also pricy), spendy [chiefly Northwest], valuable

Related Words

cheapish, moderate; discount, discounted, fire-sale, lowered, reduced; wholesale; valueless, worthless; supercheap, ultracheap

Near Antonyms

increased, inflated; exorbitant, extravagant, overpriced, prohibitive, prohibitory, steep, stiff, superexpensive, ultraexpensive, unreasonable; invaluable, priceless; luxurious

bargain basement

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Definition of bargain basement

:a section of a store (such as the basement) where merchandise is sold at reduced prices

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First Known Use of bargain basement

1899

BARGAIN-BASEMENT Defined for English Language Learners

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adjective

Definition of bargain-basement for English Language Learners

of a price : very low
: having a low price or cost and often having poor quality

bargain basement

noun

Definition of bargain basement for English Language Learners

: a section of a large store where products are sold at lower prices

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