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money

/ˈmʌn.i/
noun★Beginner— currency or wealth in the form of coins or banknotes
general

A current medium of exchange in the form of coins, banknotes, or digital records, used as a measure of value in transactions.

He earned a lot of money from his job.

He accumulated significant wealth through his employment.

The government prints money to stimulate the economy.

The government issues currency to boost economic activity.

💡

Money is a universally accepted medium of exchange and a store of value.

Collocations

make moneyto earn incomesave moneyto accumulate wealthspend moneyto use currency in transactions

Synonyms

currencywealthfundscapital

Antonyms

povertydebtloss

Related Phrases

money talksidiom
wealth can influence decisions or actions
money makes the world go roundproverb
wealth is essential for functioning in society

💡Pro Tip

Understanding Money

Money is not just physical coins or banknotes; it also includes digital forms like bank balances and cryptocurrencies.

⚡Gold Rule

Money Management

Effective money management involves budgeting, saving, and investing to achieve financial goals.

📖Word Origin

From Middle English 'monie', from Old French 'moneie', from Latin 'moneta' (mint).

📝Usage Notes

Money is a fundamental concept in economics and finance, used for transactions, investments, and savings.

Word Breakdown

mon
from Latin 'moneta'
root
+
ey
suffix indicating a collective or abstract concept
suffix
English Dictionary

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