Phrase guide

cheap and cheerful

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Not of bad quality, or otherwise enjoyable, despite being cheap.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, idiomatic

Examples

  • There's a cheap and cheerful coffee shop on the next street which sells quite a good selection of sandwiches.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: decent, OK, inexpensive, low-cost, bargainous, brand X, budget, cheap, cheapie, cheapo, cheesy, competitive, economic, economical, el cheapo, low-end, low-priced, nickel, sixpenny, tinhorn, two a penny, unexpensive

Antonyms: none provided

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