What does CHEAP mean?

Cheap Parts of Speech

Cheap is an adjective.

Definitions

1. Inexpensive or low-priced.

2. Of little worth or value; not good quality.

Pronunciations

US: /tʃip/

UK: /tʃiːp/

Origin and Usage

The word cheap comes from the Old English word cēap, meaning "bargain" or "trade". Its original meaning was related to trade or buying and selling goods, but over time it also came to mean "inexpensive" or "low-priced".

Synonyms

Affordable, economical, low-cost, low-priced, reasonable, budget-friendly, bargain-basement.

Related Words

Chose, chive, chimp, chump, churl.

Example Sentences

1. She bought a cheap dress for the party.

2. The hotel was cheap, but the room was dirty and uncomfortable.

3. He was accused of being cheap because he never wanted to spend money on anything.