Synonyms for

Economics

Verb / ˌekʌˈnɑ:mɪks / / ˌi:kʌˈnɑ:mɪks / Another word for economics — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Economics is the study of how people use resources to meet their needs and wants.

Synonyms & similar words

economicscience politicaleconomy finance business commerce trade industry management accounting money macroeconomics microeconomics market fiscal monetary capitalism globalization employment inflation recession

Synonyms by register

Formal

political economy financial science economic theory

Informal

money matters the economy business

Literary

wealth commerce

Antonyms

unemployment poverty scarcity shortage lack deficit

Common collocations

  • microeconomics
  • macroeconomics
  • economic growth
  • economic policy
  • economic crisis
  • economic downturn
  • economic system

Word family

noun economics
verb economize
adjective economic
adverb economically

Usage note

Economics refers to the social science that studies the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. It is often confused with 'economy,' which refers to the state of a country or region in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services.

Example sentences

  1. Economics is a subject that studies how people use their resources.
  2. The governments economic policies affect the countrys economy.
  3. My friend works in the field of economics and loves it.
  4. Im taking an economics class in school.
  5. Understanding economics helps us make better decisions about money.

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