Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cost
noun, verb
/kɔst/
Definition
The amount of money required to purchase something or the value of something.
Examples
- The cost of the new car was higher than expected.
- We need to cost the project before we can proceed.
Meaning
Cost refers to the expenditure associated with acquiring goods or services. It can also imply the sacrifice made to achieve something.
Synonyms
- price
- expense
- charge
- outlay
- valuation
