What afford really means?
What afford really means?
English Language Learners Definition of afford : to be able to pay for (something) : to be able to do (something) without having problems or being seriously harmed. : to supply or provide (something needed or wanted) to someone.
What is an example of afford?
The definition of afford means to be able to do or have something without negative consequences occurring as a result. An example of afford is being able to go on a vacation while still having enought money to pay bills for the home.
How do you use the word afford?
She can well afford to pay for herself.
- He can afford an apartment.
- We can't afford to go abroad this summer.
- Can we afford a new car?
- He could barely afford the railway fare.
- My parents can't even afford a new refrigerator.
- We cannot afford to ignore their advice.
What is the synonym of afford?
pay for, bear the expense of, meet the expense of, spare the price of, have the money for, be rich enough for, have the wherewithal for. run to, stretch to, manage. 2'we can no longer afford the luxury of complacency' bear, sustain, stand, carry.
Can you afford me meaning?
To afford means you have enough money or time for something. If you only have ten dollars on you, you can't afford to buy a twenty-dollar hat. Afford is a verb that has to do with means. You either have a surplus and therefore can afford something, or else you have a deficit and can't.
Can not afford meaning?
If you say that you cannot afford to do something or allow it to happen, you mean that you must not do it or must prevent it from happening because it would be harmful or embarrassing to you. We can't afford to wait. [ VERB to-infinitive]
What do we use after afford?
Synonyms and related words Get It Right! Afford is never followed by a verb in the -ing form. Use an infinitive: ✗ What about people who cannot afford going to these kind of centres?
What does it mean can't afford?
If you cannot afford something, you do not have enough money to pay for it. My parents can't even afford a new refrigerator. The arts should be available to more people at prices they can afford.
What is the opposite of afford?
Opposite of to have enough money to pay for. refuse. reject. take away. deny.
Can you afford something?
To afford means you have enough money or time for something. If you only have ten dollars on you, you can't afford to buy a twenty-dollar hat. Afford is a verb that has to do with means. You either have a surplus and therefore can afford something, or else you have a deficit and can't.
