inexpensive

American

[in-ik-spen-siv] / ˌɪn ɪkˈspɛn sɪv /

adjective

not expensive; not high in price; costing little.

Antonyms:

costly

inexpensive British

/ ˌɪnɪkˈspɛnsɪv /

adjective

not expensive; cheap

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Related Words

See cheap.

Other Word Forms

inexpensively adverb
inexpensiveness noun

Etymology

Origin of inexpensive

First recorded in 1830–40; in- ³ + expensive

Example Sentences

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Private-market companies may look inexpensive, but that discount reflects the uncertainty and headwinds they face.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

The U.S. and Gulf Arab states are learning from Ukraine’s cost-effective drone-defense methods after using expensive missiles against inexpensive Iranian drones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

With inexpensive real estate, no state income tax and minimal regulation, Texas increasingly stands out as a hub for artificial-intelligence players.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

To conclude the workshop, Vicioso encourages participants to build lasting friendships and incorporate flower arranging into their daily practice — even if it’s just with a small, inexpensive bouquet.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

Perversely I long for the desserts of my childhood, the desserts of war, simple and inexpensive and bland: tapioca pudding, with its gelatinous fish eyes, Jell-O caramel pudding, Junket.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood

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