at a discount

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at a discount

Meaning

• not valuable or worth anything.
• at a lower price than usual.
• below the nominal value.
• held in low esteem.
• out of favor.
• poorly esteemed.
• depreciated.
• offering or selling at reduced prices.

Example Sentences

1. Freedom fighters are at a discount in present politics.
2. Carl bought that necklace at a discount, which Emily wanted to have for the last two years.
3. I won’t purchase an Apple iPhone until I can get one at a discount.
4. Honesty and goodness are at a discount in this selfish and cruel world.
5. It’s a winter sale at this garment shop today, and you can purchase your favorite clothes at a discount.
6. Yesterday, I bought two burgers at a discount at McDonald’s restaurant.

Origin

The first usage, mainly found in business and commerce, dates from about 1700. The figurative usage is about a century younger.

Synonyms

• reduction
• money off
• markdown
• price cut
• cut rate
• concession and reduce

Business, Money