Pronunciation

/feər/

Definitions

• Noun (n):

  • The price paid for a ride on public transportation like a bus, train, or taxi. Example: “The bus fare from here to the city center is $2.50.”
  • The cost of a meal or refreshments at a restaurant or event. Example: “The dinner fare included a three-course meal with wine pairings.”
  • The food served or available for consumption, especially at a restaurant or on a ship. Example: “The cruise ship offered a sumptuous variety of fare for its passengers.”

• Verb (v):

  • To travel or journey, usually paying for transportation. Example: “We will be fareing across the country by train.”
  • To get along or progress; to manage or survive under specific conditions. Example: “How are you faring during this challenging time?”

Phrases

• “Fare well” can mean either to have a good journey or to do well in life.
• “To pay one’s fare” means to pay the required amount for using a service such as public transport.
• “At a fair fare” implies that the price charged is reasonable or just.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The airline increased its international fares due to rising fuel costs.”
• Verb: “After fareing through heavy traffic, we finally arrived at our destination.”

Synonyms

• As a Noun:

  • Transportation cost
  • Charge
  • Price
  • Cost

• As a Verb:

  • Journey
  • Travel
  • Proceed
  • Navigate
  • Endure
  • Manage