B2adjectivemoneysociety
US/ˌek.əˈnɑː.mɪk/
UK/ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk/
connected with trade, industry and money in a country or area
In context
Vietnam has seen strong economic growth over the past twenty years.
Many families are struggling because of the current economic situation.
Tourism brings important economic benefits to small coastal towns.
Words that go with economic
adjective + noun
- economic growthEconomic growth slowed down last year.
- economic crisisMany people lost their jobs during the economic crisis.
- economic developmentGood roads are essential for economic development.
- economic situationThe economic situation is slowly getting better.
- economic policyThe new government changed its economic policy.
- economic benefitsThe festival brings real economic benefits to the city.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
This car is very economic.Correct: This car is very economical.