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monetarism

/ˌmɒnɪˈtɛərɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does monetarism mean?

noun

An economic theory that emphasizes the role of the money supply in determining economic activity, and that advocates for monetary policy as a means of controlling inflation and promoting economic growth.

Example

"The central bank's decision to raise interest rates was based on monetarist principles, aimed at curbing inflation and stabilizing the economy."

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