Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at-the-cost-of
phrase
/ˈat ðə kɔst əv/
Definition
Used to indicate that something is sacrificed or compromised in exchange for another benefit or outcome.
Examples
- She pursued her career at the cost of her health.
- He won the game, but at the cost of his friendship with the teammate.
- They developed the new software at the cost of significant research and development resources.
Meaning
The phrase ‘at the cost of’ signifies that achieving something may involve a loss or sacrifice, implying a trade-off.
Synonyms
- in exchange for
- at the expense of
- in return for
