Keynesian

1 of 2

adjective

Keynes·​i·​an ˈkānzēən 

: of or relating to Keynesianism

Keynesian

2 of 2

noun

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plural -s

: an adherent or advocate of Keynesianism

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

John M. Keynes †1946 English economist + English -ian

First Known Use

Adjective

1931, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1938, in the meaning defined above

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