cheapo

adjective

ˈchē-(ˌ)pō How to pronounce cheapo (audio)
Definition of cheaponext
as in cheap
costing little I picked up a cheapo souvenir watch as gag gift

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Recent Examples of cheapo Here are the 10 cheapo air trips for 2026, on average, for round-trip economy fares. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2026 The attention to design detail translates into the software, which looks unique and is just plain fun to use—rare qualities in a cheapo device. — Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 28 Feb. 2025 The drive-in and cheapo exploitation producer who made American International Pictures a true-blue calling card for earthy delights gave many future giants of the movies their start. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024 The key season here is 2026-27, when Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams would begin what are likely max or near-max extensions of their cheapo rookie deals, one year ahead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s deal becoming a supermax whopper in 2027-28. — John Hollinger, The Athletic, 19 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for cheapo
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheapo
  1. cheap
  2. inexpensive
  3. reasonable
  4. affordable
Adjective
  • The new buildings also provided cheaper housing options for Caracas workers who couldn’t afford to live in the city.
    — Syra Ortiz-Blanes, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
  • The Steamfitters were staging protests outside the Pfizer site, accusing the MetroLoft — which employs a mix of union and nonunion contractors — of building on the cheap and tolerating unsafe work conditions.
    — Andrew Rice, Curbed, 23 July 2026
Definition of cheap
Adjective
  • Purchase inexpensive flowers from the grocery store, farmers market, big-box store, or florist, or clip blooms from your own garden.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 20 July 2026
  • Enthusiasts and tinkerers alike are building their own versions using Open Source software and inexpensive hardware.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 July 2026
Definition of inexpensive
Adjective
  • Judging by the latest Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, that seems a reasonable assumption.
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 July 2026
  • The political statements made in Nolan’s version are the same ones made in Homer’s poem, or at the very least a reasonable interpretation of the anti-war sentiments therein.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of reasonable
Adjective
  • Manchester is more affordable than London and still offers high-quality restaurants, a vibrant night-life and top-notch arts and culture.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • These models range from affordable hatchbacks like the Kia K4 to top-of-the-line luxury flagship models like the Genesis G90.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 17 July 2026
Definition of affordable

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