Definition

A lower price than usual for goods or services.

Example

The store is having a discount on all winter clothing.

Conversation

Did you see the discount on those shoes at the store?

Yeah, I noticed! It’s a great deal.

I might go get them tomorrow since they are discount priced.

Good idea! You don’t want to miss out on that offer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To lend money after taking away interest from the total amount.

Example

The bank will discount the loan amount before giving it to you.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new store that will discount on all items this weekend?

That's awesome! I love a good sale.

Yeah, I might go there to check out what they have.

Definition

A lower price than the usual or original price for a product or service.

Example

The store is offering a 20% discount on all shoes this weekend.

Conversation

Did you see the discount on those shoes at the mall?

Yeah, I noticed it! They were almost half off.

I might go back and grab them if the discount is still there.

Definition

To reduce the price of something or to take away a certain amount from a total cost.

Example

The store decided to discount all winter clothing to make room for spring items.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I found this great jacket on sale, but I think I can discount the price even more.

Really? How do you plan to do that?

I might ask the store if they can take off an extra percentage.

Root Explanation

Discount → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "count" (from Latin "computare", meaning to calculate). The word refers to calculating a price apart from the original, often reducing it.

Memory Tip

Think of taking a price and calculating it 'apart' from the original — that's why discount means a reduction in price.

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