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economically

In a way that relates to economics or the economy of a country or region. / In a way that avoids waste or uses resources efficiently.
Adverb

This adverb operates in two distinct semantic spheres. In a financial context, it describes actions taken to minimize waste or reduce expenditure, often carrying a connotation of frugality or efficiency. It is frequently used to describe the management of resources, such as "spending economically" to avoid debt.

In a broader systemic context, it refers to the field of economics or the financial state of a region or entity. When used this way, it describes the scale or impact of a phenomenon, such as a country being "economically viable" or "economically depressed," shifting the focus from individual thrift to macro-level financial health.

Meanings

Adverb

In a way that relates to economics or the economy of a country or region.

It grows economically.

Adverb

In a way that avoids waste or uses resources efficiently.

Use it economically.

Examples

The country is economically dependent on oil exports.

Business

We need to use our materials more economically to reduce waste.

Office

I wonder if this new strategy is economically viable in the long run.

Business

She manages her household budget very economically.

The region has struggled economically since the factory closed.

History

You should phrase your emails more economically to save time.

Office

Is it economically feasible to build a bridge here?

Business

He speaks economically, using only the words necessary to make his point.

The two nations are economically intertwined through trade agreements.

History

Collocations & Compounds

economically disadvantaged

Adjective collocation: lacking sufficient financial resources or living in poverty

Many programs are designed to support economically disadvantaged students.

economically sound

Adjective collocation: based on a solid financial foundation or likely to be profitable

The board decided that the investment was economically sound.

economically active

Adjective collocation: participating in the workforce or contributing to the economy

The government is trying to increase the percentage of economically active adults.

economically sustainable

Adjective collocation: capable of being maintained over time without depleting resources or causing financial collapse

economically depressed

Adjective collocation: suffering from a severe economic downturn or lack of growth

The town remained economically depressed for decades after the mine closed.

Etymology

Derived from the adjective "economic," which stems from the Greek "oikonomikos" (pertaining to household management), from "oikos" (house) and "nomos" (law/custom), with the suffix "-ally" added to form the adverb.

Related Words

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