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Fiscal - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

fiscal

/ˈfɪskəl/ /ˈfɪskəl/

Definition:

Relating to government revenue, especially taxes and public spending.

Synonyms:

financial, monetary, economic, budgetary

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

nonfinancial, nonmonetary

Common Collocations:

fiscal policy, fiscal year, fiscal responsibility, fiscal deficit

Derivatives:

fiscally, fiscalization

Usage Tips:

Use "fiscal" to describe matters related to government finances or budgeting.

Common Phrases:

fiscal cliff, fiscal drag, fiscal stimulus

Etymology:

From Latin "fiscalis," meaning "of the treasury."

Examples:

  • 1. The government introduced new fiscal policies to boost the economy.
  • 2. The company’s fiscal year ends in December.
  • 3. She specializes in fiscal management for nonprofits.
  • 4. The mayor addressed the city’s fiscal challenges in her speech.

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