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The Role of Inflation in Economies
Inflation is a crucial economic indicator that relates to market prices and monetary supply. When it becomes excessive, exorbitant price increases reduce people's purchasing power, affecting discretionary spending.
It sometimes causes contraction, and sometimes leads to proliferation. Inflation is usually caused by speculation and increased market volatility. Its adverse effects are seen in the country's sovereign debt and fiscal policy.
When deflation occurs in the market, the economy can go into stagnation or recession, which becomes a crisis for the government. However, in some cases, inflation can create a healthy equilibrium if properly controlled and incentives are provided.
This is an important issue for every economy around the world, and its impact is clearly visible in goods, services, and revenue.
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inflation
ɪnˈfleɪʃən
noun
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A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.
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Inflation reduces the purchasing power of money. |
price rise, cost increase
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deflation, decrease
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economic
ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk
adjective
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Relating to economics or the economy.
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Economic growth is crucial for national prosperity. |
financial, fiscal
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non-economic, unrelated
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indicator
ˈɪndɪkeɪtə
noun
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A thing that indicates the state or level of something.
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The unemployment rate is a key indicator of economic health. |
signal, pointer
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obscurity, uncertainty
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prices
ˈpraɪsɪz
noun
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The amount of money expected, required, or given in payment for something.
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Rising prices are affecting consumer spending. |
cost, value
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discounts, bargains
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monetary
ˈmʌnɪtəri
adjective
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Relating to money or currency.
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The central bank controls monetary policy to stabilize the economy. |
financial, fiscal
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non-monetary, in-kind
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exorbitant
ɪɡˈzɔːbɪtənt
adjective
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Unreasonably high (of a price or amount charged).
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The prices of the new smartphones are exorbitant. |
excessive, overpriced
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reasonable, moderate
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purchasing power
ˈpɜːtʃəsɪŋ ˈpaʊər
noun
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The financial ability of a person or entity to buy goods and services.
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Inflation decreases the purchasing power of the currency. |
buying power, spending ability
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impoverishment, deprivation
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discretionary
dɪˈskrɛʃəneri
adjective
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Available for use at the discretion of the user; optional.
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Discretionary spending is the money left over after essential expenses. |
optional, voluntary
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mandatory, obligatory
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contraction
kənˈtrækʃən
noun
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The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
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The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment. |
shrinkage, reduction
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expansion, growth
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proliferation
prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən
noun
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Rapid increase in numbers; rapid reproduction or spread.
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The proliferation of technology has greatly impacted all industries. |
spread, increase
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reduction, decline
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speculation
ˌspɛkjʊˈleɪʃən
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The forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence.
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Speculation about the economy's future is rife among experts. |
conjecture, guess
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certainty, fact
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volatility
ˌvɒləˈtɪləti
noun
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Liability to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse.
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The stock market is known for its volatility, with prices changing rapidly. |
instability, fluctuation
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stability, consistency
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sovereign
ˈsɒvrɪn
adjective
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Possessing supreme or ultimate power; independent.
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The sovereign government has control over its currency. |
supreme, autonomous
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subordinate, dependent
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debt
dɛt
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A sum of money that is owed or due.
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High levels of debt can lead to a financial crisis. |
liability, obligation
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credit, surplus
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fiscal
ˈfɪskəl
adjective
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Relating to government revenue, especially taxes.
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The fiscal policy of the government influences inflation. |
budgetary, monetary
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non-financial, irrelevant
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deflation
dɪˈfleɪʃən
noun
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Reduction of the general level of prices in an economy.
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Deflation often leads to decreased consumer spending. |
decrease, contraction
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inflation, price rise
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stagnation
stæɡˈneɪʃən
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A period of little or no growth in an economy.
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Economic stagnation leads to a lack of growth in the job market. |
inactivity, stasis
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progress, advancement
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recession
rɪˈsɛʃən
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A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.
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The economy is experiencing a recession due to external factors. |
downturn, decline
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growth, recovery
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crisis
ˈkraɪsɪs
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A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.
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The financial crisis affected global markets. |
disaster, emergency
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stability, solution
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equilibrium
ˌikwɪˈlɪbrɪəm
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A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.
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Achieving economic equilibrium is essential for long-term stability. |
balance, harmony
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imbalance, disruption
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incentives
ɪnˈsɛntɪvz
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Things that motivate or encourage one to do something.
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Tax incentives are used to encourage investment in renewable energy. |
motivation, stimulus
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deterrent, disincentive
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economies
ɪˈkɒnəmiːz
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The wealth and resources of a country or region.
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Emerging economies have been growing rapidly over the past decade. |
financial systems, markets
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recessions, depressions
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impact
ˈɪmpækt
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The action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another; a marked effect or influence.
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The impact of climate change can be seen in rising sea levels. |
effect, consequence
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inaction, indifference
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goods
ɡʊdz
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Merchandise or possessions; things that are bought and sold.
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The company produces high-quality goods for export. |
products, merchandise
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services, intangibles
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services
ˈsɜːvɪsɪz
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The action of helping or doing work for someone.
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Services in the healthcare industry are essential for well-being. |
assistance, help
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goods, products
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revenue
ˈrɛvənuː
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Income, especially when of a company or organization.
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The company's revenue grew by 10% this year. |
income, earnings
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loss, deficit
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