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!"
Example Sentences
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I reject the false choice that New Yorkers must pick between leading the future of AI and protecting affordability, ratepayers, existing job creators and the communities where these facilities are built.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
Polling shows pessimism about the economy has increased among all Americans and most believe the country is in an affordability crisis.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
There’s a long way to go before the housing market climbs out of its affordability hole.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
"Getting Congress to move on housing supply and affordability has been a long time coming, and the American people made clear they were ready for it."
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 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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