Meaning & use

fare

noun·Everyday

The money charged for a trip on a form of public transportation, such as a bus or train.

See it in a sentence

The bus fare increased by fifty cents at the start of the year.

She checked several airlines to find the cheapest fare to Chicago.

A note on using this word

As a verb, 'fare' means to get along or perform, as in 'How did you fare on the exam?'

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Another way to use it

2. verb

To perform, progress, or manage in a particular situation.

The new restaurant fared surprisingly well despite opening during a slow season.

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