INEXPENSIVE Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

inexpensive

adjective

ˌi-nik-ˈspen(t)-siv

Definition of inexpensive

as in cheap

costing little inexpensive but pretty jewelry that can be worn every day

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Recent Examples of inexpensive Thankfully, vinegar, one of the key cleaning ingredients, is inexpensive and likely already present around your home. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 26 Aug. 2026 Walkie-talkies that use this form of communication are inexpensive and easy to use, but usually have a shorter range limited to less than a mile. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026 Fun for the whole family, racing through a maze with corn way over your heads is inexpensive and great for fall. — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 25 Aug. 2026 Little treat culture is the habit of rewarding yourself with small, relatively inexpensive purchases that create a quick moment of comfort or joy. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inexpensive

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Adjective

This is similar to what cruise lines do when moving ships between itineraries, often offering trips at a cheaper cost than traditional voyages.

— Elliott Harrell, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026
Because they must be built out, rather than up, hyperscalers typically go to suburban or rural areas with relatively cheap land.

— Greta Reich, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of cheap

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Taxpayers may qualify for relief due to a good compliance history, reasonable cause, or a statutory exception.

— Jamela Adam, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
He’s also pushed to make sure The Gilded Age returned with new seasons as soon as was reasonable (those fancy parties and elaborate sets take time) and is looking to return Game of Thrones spinoff A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms on an annual basis.

— Josef Adalian, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of reasonable

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