fiscal
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for fiscal, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to government revenue, spending, or public finances.
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How to use fiscal
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Etymology
From Latin fiscus ("treasury, purse"), via Middle French fiscal.
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What does “fiscal” mean?
The word “fiscal” means relating to government revenue, spending, or public finances. In plain terms, having to do with money, taxes, or government budgets.
How do you pronounce “fiscal”?
“Fiscal” is pronounced FIHS-kuhl (/ˈfɪskəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “fiscal” in a sentence?
Here is “fiscal” used in a sentence: “The government announced new fiscal policies to reduce the deficit.”
What part of speech is “fiscal”?
“Fiscal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “fiscal” come from?
The word “fiscal” comes from Latin. From Latin fiscus ("treasury, purse"), via Middle French fiscal.
Is “fiscal” a common word?
“Fiscal” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “fiscal” have?
“Fiscal” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to government revenue, spending, or public finances.
What is the difference between "fiscal" and "monetary"?
"Fiscal" refers to government decisions about taxation and spending, while "monetary" refers to the control of the money supply and interest rates, usually by a central bank. Fiscal policy is set by governments, whereas monetary policy is managed by monetary authorities such as a central bank.
What is the difference between "fiscal" and "financial"?
"Fiscal" most often relates specifically to government revenue, spending, and public finances, while "financial" is a broader word covering money matters of any kind, including personal and business finances. In general use "fiscal" can also carry the wider sense of relating to money.
What are common collocations with "fiscal"?
Common collocations include "fiscal policy," "fiscal year," "fiscal deficit," "fiscal responsibility," and "fiscal cliff." These phrases usually concern government budgeting, taxation, and public spending.