Definition

noun. the amount of money required to sustain a basic standard of living, including expenses like housing, food, and transportation.

Example Sentence

The cost-of-living in the city is quite high. Spelled with hyphens.

More Example Sentences

Rent and utilities affect cost-of-living.

Synonyms

living expenses; livelihood cost; living cost

Antonyms

luxuries

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