Synonyms of nest egg

nest egg

noun

as in deposit

a sum of money set aside for a particular purpose

paid for the computer out of his nest egg

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deposit
• fund
• budget
• pool
• savings
• kitty
• account
• collection
• savings account
• chest
• assets
• pocket money
• spending money
• reserve
• pin money
• petty cash
• coffer(s)
• treasure
• cushion
• cache
• hoard
• pocketbook
• bankroll

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nest egg

Retirement savers looking to diversify and protect their nest egg from taxes sometimes turn to gold, held inside a Roth IRA (individual retirement account). — USA Today, 24 July 2026

One way to build that nest egg is through strategic long-term saving. — Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 2 July 2026

That's why retirement planning needs to be about more than just maximizing your Social Security money or building a larger nest egg. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 16 June 2026

While the affluent are living longer, healthier lives, and retiring with a nest egg and their dignity, low-income workers are facing destitution. — Ann Larson, Time, 11 June 2026