financially

adverb

fi·​nan·​cial·​ly fə-ˈnan(t)-sh(ə-)lē How to pronounce financially (audio)
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: with respect to money : from a financial point of view
The company struggled financially for many years.
He has made some smart investments, so he's doing very well financially.
a financially stable organization
Someone who buys extensive liability insurance for his car may drive too fast because he feels financially protected.E. S. Browning
Even companies that are financially fit often don't feel like taking the risk of ramping up operations and hiring more workers.Barbara Kiviat

Examples of financially in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Just days after Priscilla Presley alleged that the owner of an auction house that sells memorabilia belonging to her ex-husband Elvis Presley was financially abusing her, the same auction house has come under fire for the authenticity of its items. Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 20 July 2024 The focus was on making the right decisions to ensure Prudential remained financially resilient to meet its promises to customers, Frias said. Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 19 July 2024 The single Kiwi parent was doing her best to keep things afloat before the accident, but working three jobs and making the most of whatever passes for a magician’s alimony weren’t enough for her and Mildred financially. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 19 July 2024 This approach maximizes turnout and citizen participation while being financially responsible. Joe Scott, Sun Sentinel, 18 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for financially 

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Word History

First Known Use

1795, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of financially was in 1795

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“Financially.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/financially. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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