Synonyms for Cost
Definition of cost
- noun
- the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor
- the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold); "the fluctuating monetary value of gold and silver"; "he puts a high price on his services"; "he couldn't calculate the cost of the collection"
- value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something; "the cost in human life was enormous"; "the price of success is hard work"; "what price glory?"
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "cost"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like be, price, toll can replace "cost" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Cost" in song lyrics
See how cost is used in real songs:
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"And if I call on em, you're gonna pay the cost"
Above the Law f/ Dr. Dre — Just Kickin' Lyrics -
"All that glitter and gloss won't even cost"
Aceyalone — Never Come Back -
"But I'm cool down here boss, whatever the cost"
Aceyalone f/ Goapele — Moonlit Skies