Afford
/əˈfɔːd/
The meaning and definition of Afford, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
verb
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To incur, stand, or bear without serious detriment, as an act which might under other circumstances be injurious;—with an auxiliary, as can, could, might, etc.; to be able or rich enough.
“I think we can afford the extra hour it will take. We can only afford to buy a small car at the moment.”
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To offer, provide, or supply, as in selling, granting, expending, with profit, or without loss or too great injury.
“A affords his goods cheaper than B.”
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