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Freeware
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Simple meaning
What does Freeware mean?
Software available at no cost.
Dictionary definition
Software that is available to use for free, though it may still have license rules.
Example sentences
Freeware in a sentence
easy
The app began as freeware.
medium
Freeware can still have usage rules.
hard
Freeware is free to use, but it is not always open-source or free to modify.
Synonyms
Words like Freeware
free softwareSoftware available at no cost.
softwareRelated word that supports the meaning of freeware.
Antonyms
Opposite words
paid softwareSoftware that costs money.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to freeware, depending on context.
Word family
Freeware word family
Base word
freeware
noun
freewares
More than one freeware.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does freeware mean?
Freeware means software available at no cost.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to freeware?
Free Software is close in meaning to freeware in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of freeware?
Paid Software contrasts with freeware.
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