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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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2025
Biomass can refer to several things, including agriculture or wood waste, but one fuel source in particular, wood pellets, has risen to the fore as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to coal in thermal power plants.
—Nithin Coca, semafor.com, 28 Oct. 2025
This framework emphasizes affordability first, requiring energy to be stable, predictable, and cost-effective for families and businesses.
—Lora Myers, Oc Register, 28 Oct. 2025
Transforming into Jughead Jones (Cole Sprouse) is an ideal last-minute and cost-effective costume for all Riverdale fans.
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“Cost-effective.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost-effective. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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