Definition

More expensive than something else.

Example

The new smartphone is costlier than the previous model.

Conversation

I noticed that the new phone model is much costlier than the last one.

Yeah, I saw that too! It's getting hard to keep up with prices.

I guess technology just keeps getting more expensive.

True, but sometimes the features are worth the extra cost.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Costlier → It is formed from "cost" (from Old French *coste*, meaning expense or price) and the suffix "-lier" (a comparative suffix indicating more). The word "costlier" means having a higher expense or price than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'cost' which relates to expense, and remember that 'costlier' means something that has a higher expense.

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