adjective
financial
Relating to money and its management.
She seeks financial advice before making any major investment.
Etymology
The French source concerns payment and monetary affairs. Financial describes things belonging to that sphere, including obtaining, spending, and managing money.
More examples
- The company's financial report shows a steady increase in profits.
- Unexpected medical bills leave many families in financial difficulty.
- The scholarship provides financial support for college students.
Forms
finance noun — The management of money and investments.
financially adverb — In matters involving money or its management.