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gratis

1 antonyms and opposites of gratis, grouped by meaning.

Adj — Given without charge; free.

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How to use gratis

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offered gratis gratis copies

Slightly formal or old-fashioned compared to just saying "free".

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin grātīs, a shortened form of grātiīs ("out of kindness, for nothing"), from grātus ("pleasing, thankful").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gratis” mean?

The word “gratis” means given without charge; free. In plain terms, for free, with no cost involved.

How do you pronounce “gratis”?

“Gratis” is pronounced GRAH-tihs (/ˈɡɹætɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “gratis” in a sentence?

Here is “gratis” used in a sentence: “Drinks were gratis for anyone who signed up early.”

What is the opposite of “gratis”?

The opposite of “gratis” — its antonyms — is nonfree.

What part of speech is “gratis”?

Depending on how it is used, “gratis” can be an adjective and an adverb.

Where does the word “gratis” come from?

The word “gratis” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin grātīs, a shortened form of grātiīs ("out of kindness, for nothing"), from grātus ("pleasing, thankful").

How many meanings does “gratis” have?

“Gratis” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: given without charge; free.

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