outlay (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈaʊtleɪ/

Definition

An amount of money or time spent on something.

Examples

• The initial outlay for the project was higher than anticipated.

• We need to consider the total outlay required for the marketing campaign.

• This investment requires a substantial outlay of capital.

How to Use outlay

outlay on (prepositional phrase)

The money or time spent on a particular thing. — "The outlay on advertising has increased this quarter."

outlay for (prepositional phrase)

The money spent to acquire or achieve something. — "The outlay for the new machinery was substantial."

Synonyms of outlay

Words with a similar meaning to outlay:

• expense
• expenditure
• cost
• spending

Antonyms of outlay

Words with the opposite meaning to outlay:

• income
• revenue
• profit

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