Synonyms of afforded

afforded

verb

past tense of afford

as in went

to have enough money for

we can't afford a new car this year

Synonyms & Similar Words

• went
• got
• swung
• offered
• obtained
• purchased
• took
• paid (for)
• covered
• procured
• acquired
• expended
• secured
• financed
• sprang (for)
• outlaid
• picked up
• endowed
• subsidized
• bade
• ponied up
• bankrolled
• underwrote

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of afforded

Posey and general manager Zack Minasian were afforded the privilege of pickiness, and ultimately, San Francisco’s brass found an attractive deal. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026

The deadline afforded Brown a chance to atone for those mistakes. — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

But Italy’s quick move to pause some of the free movement privileges afforded to Spain under Schengen rules exposed the tense undercurrents tied to migration and security within the European Union. — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 3 Aug. 2026

But the Twins won’t be afforded that luxury this week when facing the Royals, because Thursday’s series finale will start at night and air on ESPN. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026

On international flights, premium economy passengers are afforded access to the airline’s lounges at its major hubs, including Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita, Osaka's Kansai airport, and Honolulu airport. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

Google, understandably, wants to maximize opportunities afforded by its generative AI technologies. — Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Cornyn told reporters that the Justice Department has not adequately addressed in writing his concerns about the settlement that afforded Trump and members of his family protection from tax audits. — ABC News, 29 July 2026

But Cooper’s equanimity seemed to recede a bit when the challenging headwinds facing the industry—and the general lack of respect she and her colleagues are afforded—came up. — John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026