economics
stimulus
Government spending or tax cuts designed to boost economic activity during a slowdown.
Example
"The government issued stimulus checks to households to boost consumer spending during the recession."
💡 Memory Tip
A stimulus STIMULATES — like a shot of energy for the economy.
Etymology
From Latin 'stimulus' meaning 'goad, spur' — spurring the economy into action.
Common Misspellings
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