Synonyms of affords

affords

verb

present tense third-person singular of afford

as in goes

to have enough money for

we can't afford a new car this year

Synonyms & Similar Words

• goes
• gets
• offers
• swings
• takes
• obtains
• covers
• procures
• expends
• acquires
• pays (for)
• secures
• outlays
• purchases
• finances
• springs (for)
• endows
• underwrites
• subsidizes
• picks up
• bids
• ponies up
• bankrolls

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of affords

The historic hilltop Fortress of San Leo affords visitors panoramic views of the valleys below. — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

With so many in the world being uprooted and seeking security, the scriptural account of Ruth affords an example of how a more universal Love meets human needs. — Margaret Rogers, Christian Science Monitor, 29 July 2026

Set the scene Located on the outskirts of the village of Naoussa, the island’s liveliest destination, Avant Mar affords you a fantastic perch on Paros. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

Mortuary schools now spend less time than ever teaching restoration, and the rise of cremation affords working morticians fewer opportunities to learn those skills on the job. — John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026

Doing so affords a glimpse of the game through the eyes of the greatest to ever play it. — Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 18 July 2026

Understanding the implications of those decisions affords us the opportunity to act differently this time. — Jim Shelton, Fortune, 17 July 2026

That affords regenerative braking at a remarkable 600-kilowatt rate, without overcooking components. — Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 15 July 2026

Longs Peak is the tallest summit in the national park and affords stunning views but it is also known to see rapid, potentially disastrous changes in weather. — Michael Loria, USA Today, 7 July 2026