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up-front Definition and Meaning in English (up-front definition)

adjective
Synonyms:advanceprepaid
Quick Answer • Definition

Up-front definition: Referring to a payment or cost that is made or required at the beginning of an agreement or transaction.

Definitions of Up-front

  1. 1adjective

    Referring to a payment or cost that is made or required at the beginning of an agreement or transaction.

  2. 2adjective

    Characterized by being open, honest, and direct in communication, often without reservation.

Example Sentences

business

“The landlord requires an up-front payment of the first and last month's rent.”

casual

“She was very up-front with me about her concerns regarding the project.”

Synonyms

Antonyms

deferredpostpaid

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nounupfrontness
adjectiveupfront

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Up-front definition: Referring to a payment or cost that is made or required at the beginning of an agreement or transaction.
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'Up-front' translates to 'up-front' in English. Up-front definition: Referring to a payment or cost that is made or required at the beginning of an agreement or transaction.
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