tradeoff — a balance achieved between two desirable but incompatible features; a compromise
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a balance achieved between two desirable but incompatible features; a compromise
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtreɪdɔːf/
Example Sentences
- My mom always faces a tradeoff: buy expensive organic food or save money for my college tuition.
- The tradeoff of working from home is comfort versus productivity.
- He made a tradeoff: sleep less to binge-watch Netflix more.
tradeoff
NOUN[/ˈtreɪdɔːf/]
a balance achieved between two desirable but incompatible features; a compromise
a balance achieved between two desirable but incompatible features; a compromise
The ultimate tradeoff: playoff bonuses or employee layoff?
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“My mom always faces a tradeoff: buy expensive organic food or save money for my college tuition.”
“The tradeoff of working from home is comfort versus productivity.”
“He made a tradeoff: sleep less to binge-watch Netflix more.”
“Students often face a tradeoff between social life and academic performance.”
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