Synonyms of subsidy

subsidy

noun

ˈsəb-sə-dē 

as in grant

a sum of money allotted for a specific use by official or formal action

government subsidies for farmers in case of crop failure

Synonyms & Similar Words

• grant
• allotment
• appropriation
• assistance
• allocation
• annuity
• allowance
• entitlement
• subvention
• fund
• endowment
• aid
• benefit
• block grant
• grant-in-aid
• stipend
• relief
• set-aside
• state aid
• foreign aid
• trust fund
• bequest
• legacy
• advance
• trust

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of subsidy

Baker said that the approach could have an economic impact without depending on carbon credits, government subsidies, or environmental mandates. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026

Wallach pointed to the end of the Inflation Reduction Act subsidies put in place by President Joe Biden as a possible factor in the decline in factory construction. — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2026

Housing Director Blaine Proctor has said the $100 million will allow the city to increase its annual housing subsidy funding, which would lead to more affordable housing projects each year. — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026

To put it another way, Trump’s $200-billion request for additional funds for his Iran war would cover the subsidy for 40 years. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026