noun
- plural of affordability; the quality or state of being affordable; the ability to be purchased or paid for without financial hardship
Usage: typically used in discussions of housing, healthcare, education, or consumer goods; often appears in policy and economic contexts
Examples
- The affordabilities of different housing options vary greatly across the city.
- Policymakers are concerned about the affordabilities of healthcare for low-income families.
- Comparing the affordabilities of various smartphone plans helps consumers make better choices.
- The affordabilities of public transportation have improved with the new fare structure.
- Rising tuition costs have reduced the affordabilities of higher education for many students.
- Local governments study the affordabilities of utilities to ensure fair pricing.