cost-efficient

adjective

cost-ef·​fi·​cient ˈkȯst-i-ˈfi-shənt How to pronounce cost-efficient (audio)
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The county has previously said that for many people, particularly those with mental illnesses, jail is not the most appropriate — or cost-efficient — setting. Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2025 With more regulations on the horizon, taking action now not only reduces future compliance risks but also positions buildings to be cost-efficient and more resilient in the long run. Manish Kumar, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025 These cost-efficient, interpretable models are built to perform well in sensitive, highly regulated environments. Steve McDowell, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025 That said, the underlying drivers of a sustainable future—innovation, tapping into cost-efficient renewable energy, and consumer demand for ethical practices—remain intact. Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cost-efficient

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First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cost-efficient was in 1913

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“Cost-efficient.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost-efficient. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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