1.NounThe state or character trait of being cheap (stingy).
"His cheapness was legendary; he refused to use candles or lamps, not to reduce the risk of fire but rather to save a penny."
2.NounThe state or characteristic of being cheap (whether inexpensive, poorly made, or both).
Synonym of shoddiness.
"The cheapness of the manufacturing is insulting. [the product is poorly made]; The cheapness of the offerings is amazing. [the prices are surprisingly good]"
3.NounSynonym of shoddiness.
"The cheapness of the manufacturing is insulting. [the product is poorly made]"
4.NounSynonym of inexpensiveness; affordability.
"The cheapness of the offerings is amazing. [the prices are surprisingly good]"