afforded Definition
provided or supplied with (something).
Using afforded: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "afforded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The new law afforded greater protection to tenants.
Example
The company afforded him many opportunities for advancement.
Example
The view from the top of the mountain afforded a breathtaking panorama.
afforded Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with afforded
provide a chance or occasion for something
Example
The conference will afford an opportunity for experts in the field to share their research.
have enough money or resources to indulge in something that is not strictly necessary
Example
I can't afford a luxury like a vacation right now.
Example
Even though she was going through a tough time, she could still afford a smile for her friends.
Origins of afforded
from Old English 'geafordian', meaning 'to grant'
Summary: afforded in Brief
'Afforded' [əˈfɔːdɪd] means to be provided or supplied with something. It can be used to describe opportunities, resources, or experiences that are made available to someone. For example, 'The new law afforded greater protection to tenants.' 'Afforded' can also be used in phrases like 'afford an opportunity' and 'afford a luxury,' which respectively mean to provide a chance for something and to have enough resources to indulge in something that is not strictly necessary.
