cost-effective

adjective

cost-ef·​fec·​tive ˈkȯst-ə-ˈfek-tiv How to pronounce cost-effective (audio)
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: producing good results without costing a lot of money
cost-effective measures to combat poverty
Robot spot welding can be quite cost-effectiveHarry H. Poole
cost-effectiveness noun

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Incorporate cost-effective hedging strategies to protect against market downturns. Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025 These tools enable rapid, cost-effective population screening, which is especially critical for catching CKD in its early, more manageable stages. Boris Berat, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025 With its wide array of offerings, from groceries and electronics to furniture and apparel, Sam's Club provides a one-stop shopping experience that is both convenient and cost-effective. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 9 May 2025 These devices are designed to amplify sounds, offering a cost-effective solution. Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for cost-effective

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First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cost-effective was in 1966

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“Cost-effective.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost-effective. Accessed 15 May. 2025.

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