Tradeoff Meaning
/trˈeɪˌdɔf/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAn advantage or improvement that necessitates the corresponding loss or degradation of something else.
Sentence Examples
There is always a tradeoff between high speed and low fuel use.
A tradeoff is a situation where you give up one thing for another.
There is always a tradeoff between speed and quality in production.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Working more hours involves a ____ between earning extra money and having less free time.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
There is often a ____ between the cost of a product and the quality of the materials used to make it today.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English trade offdeverb. English tradeoff Deverbal from trade off.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Working more hours involves a ____ between earning extra money and having less free time.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
There is often a ____ between the cost of a product and the quality of the materials used to make it today.