Meaning & Definition of word "Afford"
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Afford
/əˈfɔrd/
verb:
- 1. to have enough money or resources to be able to buy or do something.
- Example: I can't afford to buy a new car right now.
- 2. to provide or supply something.
- Example: This job affords me the opportunity to travel abroad.
- 3. to manage to do something without risking a negative outcome.
- Example: We can afford to take a little time off for vacation.
Etymology
Middle English 'aford', from Old English 'afordan', based on 'foran' meaning 'before'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
afford to:
to have the financial means to do something
can't afford:
to lack the financial means to do something
afford risk:
to take a risk that one can handle or mitigate
Related Words
affordability:
the quality of being affordable
affordability index:
a measurement of affordability for housing or goods
Slang Meanings of afford
Meaning: to have enough cash
Example Sentence: I’m back in the game. I can afford it now.
Meaning: to manage or handle
Example Sentence: He can afford the time to chill with us.