upfront

/ ˈʌpˈfrʌnt /

adjective

1. informal,  open, frank, honest

adverb

1. (of money) paid out at the beginning of a business arrangement

Example Sentences

The technological lift can be another big, upfront cost.

Read more on Barron's

To be sure, the new tip and overtime deductions may give certain workers a reason to reduce their withholdings and increase their upfront pay, he said.

Read more on MarketWatch

The AA said drivers "frequently tell us that the upfront costs of new EVs are a stumbling block to making the switch to electric".

Read more on BBC

Battery-electric trucks are more expensive than diesel big rigs because of high upfront costs for the vehicles and charging infrastructure.

Read more on The Wall Street Journal

Klarna, like most U.S. lenders, is required to set aside upfront provisions for potential credit losses.

Read more on Barron's

Related Words

• authentic 
• conscientious 
• decent 
• equitable 
• fair 
• forthright 
• genuine 
• honorable 
• impartial 
• proper 
• reliable 
• sincere 
• straightforward 
• true 
• trustworthy 
• virtuous