inexpensive

adjective

in·​ex·​pen·​sive ˌi-nik-ˈspen(t)-siv 

: reasonable in price : cheap

inexpensively adverb

inexpensiveness noun

Synonyms of inexpensive

• cheap
• affordable
• reasonable

Examples of inexpensive in a Sentence

inexpensive but pretty jewelry that can be worn every day

Recent Examples on the Web

People can run outside for free or use cheaper fitness apps, as well as buy inexpensive walking pads and go to budget gyms. — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026

Historians trace the dish’s roots to Southern Appalachia, where its inexpensive ingredients — sausage, pan drippings, flour and milk — was enough for a filling meal among working-class communities. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2026

On a chemical level, alcohol is a very effective and relatively inexpensive extractor of flavor; water is simply unable to do the same job. — Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

From decorative rugs and pillows to throws and wreaths, the options are endless for easy and inexpensive ways to transform your space. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1846, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for inexpensive

• apprehensive
• coextensive
• comprehensive
• hypertensive
• hypotensive
• inoffensive
• normotensive
• antihypertensive
• counteroffensive
• defensive
• expensive
• extensive

Kids Definition

inexpensive

adjective

in·​ex·​pen·​sive ˌin-ik-ˈspen(t)-siv 

: not high in price : cheap

inexpensively adverb

inexpensiveness noun