financial

adjective

fi·​nan·​cial fə-ˈnan(t)-shəl 

fī-

: relating to finance or financiers

financial aid

the financial district

Synonyms of financial

• fiscal
• economic
• monetary

Examples of financial in a Sentence

The company is headed for financial disaster.

a family struggling with financial problems

I would like some financial advice before I buy this house.

Recent Examples on the Web

But because of the financial stability provided by Orladeyo’s success, the company is able to take a more flexible approach when looking for potential fits. — Brad Quick, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

As a result, many drivers opt for uninsured motorist coverage for additional financial protection, which can increase insurance costs. — Mckynzie Steward, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026

In July, the school board approved a plan identifying more than $158 million in savings and other financial fixes. — Madisen Keavy, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

To address it by issuing new debt might be more debt than the financial markets are willing to swallow. — Ashley Lopez, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

finance entry 1 + -ial

First Known Use

1734, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing financial

• financial aid
• financial commitment
• financial institution
• financial page(s)
• financial year

Rhymes for financial

• nonfinancial

Legal Definition

financial

adjective

fi·​nan·​cial

: relating to finance or financiers

financially adverb