Costly Similes
A classic or creative simile for Costly - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.
Frequently asked
What does "as costly as" mean?
"As costly as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as costly as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of costlyness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.
How many "as costly as" similes are there?
SimileStack lists 1 simile for Costly. Common ones include "As costly as an election". The full list is on this page.
When should I use a "costly" simile in writing?
Use a "costly" simile when you want the reader to feel costlyness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.