Synonyms for

Cheaper

Verb / ˈtʃi:pɜ: / Another word for cheaper — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Cheaper means costing less money than something else.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

less expensive more economical lower-priced

Informal

cheapo bargain steal dirt cheap

Literary

low-cost economical

Antonyms

expensive costly dear pricey exorbitant unaffordable

Common collocations

  • much cheaper
  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably cheaper
  • even cheaper
  • cheaper than
  • cheaper by
  • cheaper option
  • cheaper alternative

Word family

noun cheapness
adverb cheaply

Usage note

While 'cheaper' is the comparative form of 'cheap', it's often used informally to mean 'of low quality' as well as 'low in price'. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I bought a cheaper shirt because I couldn't afford the expensive one.
  2. The store sells cheaper fruits and vegetables than the other store.
  3. We decided to stay at a cheaper hotel to save money.
  4. I found a cheaper way to travel to my destination.
  5. The house was cheaper than we expected.

Quotes

  • It's better to buy a good product at a cheaper price than a cheap product at a good price. - John Ruskin
  • The best things in life are free, but the second best things are very expensive. - Coco Chanel
  • The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten. - Benjamin Franklin

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