indexation
This term is primarily used in technical, economic, and archival contexts. In economics, it carries a neutral to positive connotation of fairness and stability, as it describes a mechanism to protect value from inflation. It is a formal term typically found in policy documents, legal contracts, and financial reports.
In the context of information science and computing, the word describes a systematic process of organization. It is distinct from "indexing," which often refers to the specific act of creating a single index, whereas "indexation" frequently describes the broader, ongoing process or the systemic application of indexing rules across a large dataset.
Meanings
The process of adjusting a price, wage, or interest rate automatically according to a specific price index, typically to maintain purchasing power against inflation.
The government implemented indexation of pensions to ensure retirees could cope with rising living costs.