Word
Definition
adj. cheap enough for most people to buy or pay for without having money problems.
adj. priced reasonably enough to be within the financial means of an average purchaser.
Examples
“The city needs more affordable housing for young families.”
“They are looking for an affordable apartment that is still close to the city center.”
“While the initial purchase price of the electric vehicle was high, the long-term savings on fuel and maintenance made it an affordable option for the budget-conscious commuter.”
Examples
simple
“The city needs more affordable housing for young families.”
contextual
“They are looking for an affordable apartment that is still close to the city center.”
complex
“While the initial purchase price of the electric vehicle was high, the long-term savings on fuel and maintenance made it an affordable option for the budget-conscious commuter.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “affordable” in context.
Verb
01. keep something affordable
“The company works hard to keep its subscription services affordable for young users.”
verb + noun + adj
02. make something affordable
“Subsidies help make healthcare affordable for everyone in the community.”
verb + noun + adj
Adjective
03. affordable housing
“The city council is planning to build more affordable housing for low-income families.”
adj + noun
04. affordable prices
“This supermarket is popular because it offers high-quality goods at affordable prices.”
adj + noun
05. highly affordable
“The new range of smartphones is highly affordable compared to the flagship models.”
adv + adj
06. remain affordable
“The government is trying to ensure that public transport fares remain affordable for students.”
verb + adj
Usage
Typically precedes the noun it modifies or follows a linking verb like 'be' or 'become'.
Real-World Examples
“Manuzio had a vision in which books – until then, expensive and rarefied objects – might be portable and affordable.” “As part of the deal, Moderna has agreed to guarantee fast and affordable supply of the vaccine to low and middle-income countries in any future pandemic.” “So how affordable is the city for acts and audiences?” Etymology
From afford + -able.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
VERB
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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