upfront

language: en

definitions

  1. adjective
    relating to money that is paid or provided in advance of a transaction or service.
    en: relating to money that is paid or provided in advance of a transaction or service.
  2. adjective
    being honest, direct, and frank in one's manner or communication.
    en: being honest, direct, and frank in one's manner or communication.
  3. adverb
    in advance; beforehand.
    en: in advance; beforehand.

examples

  1. The higher upfront costs of electric vehicles can be a barrier to adoption.

    The higher upfront costs of electric vehicles can be a barrier to adoption.

  2. She was very upfront about her intentions from the very beginning.

    She was very upfront about her intentions from the very beginning.

  3. You need to pay the full amount upfront.

    You need to pay the full amount upfront.