economic
word
/ˌɛkəˈnɑmɪk/
e-kuh-NAH-mik
/ˌiːkənˈɒmɪk/
ee-kuh-NO-mik
Definition
Related to money, business, the economy, or the management of resources. Often describes something that involves the production, distribution, or use of wealth.
Usage & Nuances
'Economic' describes issues, systems, or conditions related to an economy at large, not personal savings. Do not confuse with 'economical' (cheap/cost-saving). Common phrases: 'economic growth', 'economic crisis', 'economic policy'.
Spanish: económico - económico (asunto de finanzas)Portuguese (BR): econômicoPortuguese (PT): económicoChinese (Simplified): 经济的Chinese (Traditional): 經濟的Hindi: आर्थिकArabic: اقتصاديBengali: অর্থনৈতিকRussian: экономическийJapanese: 経済的Vietnamese: kinh tếKorean: 경제적인Turkish: ekonomikUrdu: معاشی - اقتصادیIndonesian: ekonomi
Example Sentences
Improving economic conditions helps everyone in society.
natural
New economic policies will be announced this week.
natural
The country is facing an economic problem.
basic
She studies economic history at university.
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There was an economic crisis last year.
basic
Tourism is an important economic activity for many countries.
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