recession

Meaning

A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.

Example Sentences

The country faced a severe recession due to the financial crisis.

The country faced a severe recession after the financial crisis.

Synonyms

downturn, economic decline, slump

Entry 1

downturn, economic decline, slump

Entry 2

economic decline, downturn, slump

Antonyms

boom, growth, expansion

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boom, growth, expansion

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boom, growth, expansion