MONETARY Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

monetary

adjective

ˈmä-nə-ˌter-ē

Definition of monetary

as in financial

of or relating to money, banking, or investments an economist who is critical of this administration's monetary policies

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Recent Examples of monetary The key distinction to make is whether Operation Twist is conducted on its own as a part of fiscal policy, or whether it is accompanied by a change in monetary policy. — Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026 The Sound Of Fiscal Dominance Fiscal dominance describes the situation in which the government’s financing needs, rather than the inflation outlook, start to steer monetary conditions. — James Broughel, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Those moves came a day after the market sold off on concerns over the path of monetary policy. — Michelle Fox, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026 The organization also accepts pet supplies and monetary donations. — Bridget Byrne, Baltimore Sun, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for monetary

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In a statement, the court also said Hui also abused his position in orchestrating financial fraud and misappropriating company assets.

— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
The Grocery Spot is now appealing to the community for financial support, warning that without additional donations it could be forced to close.

— Jamal Goss, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of financial

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The Iranian trade office on Friday called the agreement with Oman part of Tehran's broader push to strengthen economic ties with regional partners through trade diplomacy and improved logistics infrastructure.

— Khaled Wassef, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
These waterways are of major economic importance, allowing vital commodities to be transported easily over long distances.

— Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of economic

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The website states that CamCo held $7 billion of assets under management as of fiscal 2024.

— Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 Aug. 2026
The report found that hours dedicated to fentanyl investigations in fiscal 2025 fell by more than 250,000 hours, or 31%, compared with fiscal 2024.

— Ariana Figueroa, Baltimore Sun, 23 Aug. 2026

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