adjective
fiscal
FIS-kuhl/ˈfɪskl/
Relating to financial matters, especially government revenue and spending.
The mayor's fiscal plan raises revenue without cutting essential services.
Etymology
Latin fiscus originally named a basket or purse in which money was kept, then the state treasury. Fiscal carries that concrete container into the idea of the public purse.
In context
Libertarianism emphasizes limited government and fiscal responsibility. For libertarians, a budget surplus is particularly important.
More examples
- The company's fiscal year ends in June.
- Lower tax collections leave the state facing a fiscal crisis.
- The school board promises fiscal responsibility when spending taxpayer money.
Forms
fiscally adverb — With regard to revenue, spending, or finances.
Similar words
- financial
- Covers money matters broadly, without emphasizing government revenue or spending.
- budgetary
- Specifically concerns a budget rather than financial matters generally.