FISCAL Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

fiscal

adjective

ˈfi-skəl

Definition of fiscal

as in financial

of or relating to money, banking, or investments gained some fiscal knowledge by taking an economics course

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Recent Examples of fiscal South Africa has proposed a new fiscal law in an attempt to shield its public finances from future populist governments as the treasury’s current projections show debt is set to decline for the first time in nearly two decades. — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 23 Oct. 2026 Washington State reported a much lower $86 million for 2026; however, that’s an increase of $11 million from 2025, as the athletic department has returned to a budget equal to the final year of the old Pac-12 in fiscal 2024. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 22 Oct. 2026 Hartford Public Schools Superintendent Andraé Townsel has spoken frequently about his district’s fiscal plight in the past. — Theo Peck-Suzuki, Hartford Courant, 22 Oct. 2026 My top priority is fiscal responsibility and long-term infrastructure planning, particularly addressing Longwood’s aging water treatment facilities. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fiscal

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The duo shared an apartment and both had extensive criminal histories, including theft and financial scams, across various states.

— Samantha Bergeson, Time, 22 Oct. 2026
Only 11% said leaving something for the kids is their top financial goal.

— Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of financial

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The cyclists cross the state, generating an economic impact estimated at $25 million.

— Washington Post, Washington Post, 24 Oct. 2026
Graham is a senior fellow in economic studies at the Brookings Institution, a professor at the University of Maryland’s School of Public Policy, and a senior scientist at Gallup, whose World Poll supplied the data for her latest paper.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026

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