Meaning & use
economic
Relating to the production, distribution, and use of money, goods, and resources in a society.
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The government introduced new economic policies aimed at reducing unemployment nationwide.
Analysts debated whether the economic downturn would last through the following year.
A note on using this word
Do not confuse 'economic' (relating to the economy) with 'economical' (careful with money or resources).
Words with a similar meaning
financialfiscal
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