Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

additional-cost

noun
/əˈdɪʃənl kɔst/
Definition
The extra amount of money required on top of the initial price for a product or service.
Examples
  • The company incurred an additional cost for expedited shipping.
  • Home renovations often come with additional costs that weren’t initially budgeted.
  • Including maintenance fees is important to understand the total additional cost of owning a car.
Meaning
An additional cost refers to any expense that is incurred beyond the usual or expected expenses related to a purchase or investment.
Synonyms
  • extra charge
  • supplementary expense
  • incremental cost