Fisc

/fɪsk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A public treasury or revenue system, especially in the context of government finances.

The government's fisc showed a significant deficit this quarter due to increased spending on social programs.

The financial resources or revenues of a state or organization.

Measures were put in place to ensure that the fisc remained stable despite the economic downturn.

The collective financial assets of a state, including taxes and public funds.

The minister outlined his plan to reform the nation's fisc to make it more efficient and transparent.

From Latin 'fiscus', meaning 'basket' or 'treasury'.

public fisc

The collective financial resources of a government.

fiscally responsible

Being prudent and careful with financial decisions.

fiscal

Relating to government revenue, especially taxes.

fiscally

In a manner relating to government revenue or financial matters.

Refers to tight finances or budget constraints.

After trimming the budget, the department was in a fisc pinch.

Used informally to discuss government spending habits.

The new policy is definitely a fisc fail.