upfront

7 definitions • 9 examples

speaking or behaving in a way that makes intentions and beliefs clear:

She's very upfront about why she wants the job - she'd earn a lot more money.

speaking or behaving in a way that makes your intentions and beliefs clear:

She’s very upfront about her feelings.

paid or obtained in advance:

The roofer wants 20% of the money upfront.

paid before goods are produced or received or services are performed:

upfront cost/payment/fee Large upfront costs are incurred to write a complicated piece of software.

speaking or behaving in a way which makes intentions and beliefs clear:

upfront about sth She's very upfront about why she wants the job.

We've got to be more up front about the fees we charge.

in the beginning:

Every consumer should know upfront what it is going to cost them.

before goods or services are received:

We offer a discount to customers who pay upfront.

The bank charges you a little more up front, but you'll do better in the longer term.