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COST

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Cost.

How to pronounce cost:

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Cost - as a noun

The property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)

Example: "The fluctuating monetary value of gold and silver"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
monetary valueprice9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
value8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something

Example: "The cost in human life was enormous"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
price9toll4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
value8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cost - as a verb

Be priced at

Example: "These shoes cost $100"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
be4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
be4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Require to lose, suffer, or sacrifice

Example: "This mistake cost him his job"

Example Sentences

"The cost of living in this city has risen significantly."
"We should consider the environmental cost of our actions."
"The total cost of the project is estimated to be $1 million."
"The high cost of healthcare is a major concern for many people."
"She was shocked by the cost of the luxury car."
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Word Game Points

Is COST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cost is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COST has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is COST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cost is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is COST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cost is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COST has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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