pecuniary

[piˈkjuːniəri]

pecuniary Definition

  • 1relating to or consisting of money
  • 2monetary

Using pecuniary: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pecuniary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company suffered pecuniary losses due to the pandemic.

  • Example

    The court ordered him to pay a pecuniary penalty for his actions.

  • Example

    She received a pecuniary reward for her work on the project.

pecuniary Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for pecuniary

Phrases with pecuniary

  • a financial stake or investment in something

    Example

    He had a pecuniary interest in the outcome of the trial.

  • a financial benefit or gain

    Example

    He was accused of using his position for pecuniary advantage.

  • pecuniary damages

    a monetary compensation awarded to someone who has suffered a financial loss or injury

    Example

    The court awarded her pecuniary damages for the breach of contract.

Origins of pecuniary

from Latin 'pecunia', meaning 'money'

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Summary: pecuniary in Brief

'Pecuniary' [piˈkjuːniəri] is an adjective that describes something related to money or finances. It can be used to describe financial losses, penalties, rewards, and interests. For example, 'The company suffered pecuniary losses due to the pandemic.' 'Pecuniary' is a formal term that is often used in legal and financial contexts.