CUT-PRICE Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

cut-price

adjective

ˈkət-ˈprīs

Definition of cut-price

chiefly British

as in cheap

costing little a cut-price purse that looked like a much more expensive brand

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Recent Examples of cut-price The changes could therefore affect the options of those planning their vacations, especially those who have come to rely on Spirit's cut-price fares. — Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025 In one sign that Tesla appears to be losing ground to cut-price Chinese brands, sales at China's SAIC zoomed up 54% in April, according to the ACEA figures. — CBS News, 27 May 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cut-price

Adjective

As the currency appreciates, imports — which play a significant role in the economy — become cheaper.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026
About seven months ago, the average 30-year mortgage rate briefly dipped below 6% for the first time in years, prompting hopes that cheaper borrowing would finally unfreeze the housing market.

— Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of cheap

Adjective

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

Definition of inexpensive

Adjective

Ananias Ocampo, 82, has been able to remain in the neighborhood through an affordable housing program for older adults.

— Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
Kate Middleton has become famed for her ability to mix high-end and affordable brands—as well as her ability to effortlessly swap between elevated red carpet looks and surprisingly relaxed ensembles.

— Meg Walters, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of affordable

Adjective

No reasonable person looking at her case would have called her a threat to anyone.

— Don Bacon, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026
Defense lawyer Dameka Davis told the jury prosecutors failed at the first task of a murder trial — to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the victim was dead.

— Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of reasonable

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