economic
UK/ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk/US/.i:kә'nɒmik/
NGSL 1kIELTSTOEFLB1
Definitions
adj.
Relating to the economy, trade, or the study of economics
经济的；经济学的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedecoenvironment, ecology
+
-icrelating to, having the nature of
=economic
economy + -ic (relating to). economic is the neutral adjective for anything to do with the economy or trade: economic growth, economic policy. Keep it apart from economical, which means 'thrifty.'
Root nom still carries 15 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.economic growth经济增长
- 2.economic policy经济政策
- 3.economic crisis经济危机
- 4.economic development经济发展
Example Sentences
- 1.
The new policy is expected to spur economic growth.
- 2.
Both countries face serious economic challenges this year.
- 3.
Economic data released on Friday surprised investors.
Easily Confused
economic vs economical — economic = relating to the economy (economic growth, economic crisis); economical = thrifty, money-saving (an economical car, an economical meal). Quick test: if you can swap in 'money-saving,' use economical; otherwise use economic.