affordability
Americannoun
Explanation
Affordability is a quality of being inexpensive. Because of the affordability of the apples at the orchard, we went ahead and bought a whole bushel. The adjective affordability describes things you can afford to pay for because they don't cost too much. People move to certain neighborhoods because of the affordability of housing there, and others decide the affordability of community college makes it a great place to get an education. Sometimes this word is used to mean "cost or price," so someone might say, "The affordability of healthcare these days is just terrible!"
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The Western Trust said its Phone First service was being "assessed against current spend and affordability" as part of its savings plan.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026
“Both parties have an interest in prioritizing affordability and reliability even as they continue to differ on how to expand capacity and modernize the grid system.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 5, 2026
But they face mounting pressure to balance the state budget, usher in more government efficiency, build homes and solve affordability, figure out wildfire liability and regulate AI.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026
There will be an immediate call to address issues both of affordability and of accountability.
From Slate ● Nov. 5, 2026
When he finished speaking, much of the talk in the room turned to affordability.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
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