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Wordabulary

free

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Not costing any money, or not controlled or trapped by someone else.

"Entry to the museum is free on Sundays."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

complimentary

Antonyms

costly

Usage notes

"Free" has two common meanings, without cost as in "a free sample," and without restriction as in "a free bird," context usually makes clear which one is meant.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Entry to the museum is _____ on Sundays."

Answer: free

In your own words, what does "free" mean?

Not costing any money, or not controlled or trapped by someone else.

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