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outlay

The word “outlay” has 2 syllables: out-lay

It's pronounced as /ˈaʊtˌleɪ/

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In the thesaurus, “outlay” has 42 synonyms and 18 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for outlay along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for outlay

Antonyms for outlay

Meanings of outlay

  • noun
    1. A laying out or expending; that which is laid out or expended.
    2. The spending of money, or an expenditure.
    3. A remote haunt or habitation.
  • verb
    1. To lay or spread out; expose; display.
    2. To spend, or distribute money.

Example Sentences

  • The initial outlay for the new equipment was quite expensive.
  • Starting the business required a significant financial outlay.
  • The project was completed with a smaller outlay than expected.
  • They carefully calculated the outlay before making the investment.
  • The renovation involved a large outlay of time and money.

On this page you'll find 60 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to outlay, such as: acquire, bite, blessing, blow, boon, bottom line, cache.

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