Pronunciation: /ˈsʌbsɪdi/
noun A sum of money granted by the government or a public body to assist an industry or business so that the price of a commodity or service may remain low or competitive.
A1 The government provides a subsidy to help low-income families afford housing.
A2 Farmers receive a subsidy to support their crop production during times of drought.
B1 The company received a subsidy from the government to expand their business operations.
B2 The film industry often relies on subsidies to fund independent projects.
C1 There is ongoing debate about the effectiveness of subsidies in stimulating economic growth.
C2 The subsidy program has been criticized for favoring certain industries over others.
formal The government provides a subsidy to farmers to help offset the cost of crop production.
informal My friend told me she gets a subsidy from her workplace for her transportation expenses.
slang I heard you can get a subsidy if you know how to work the system.
figurative Receiving his father's approval felt like a subsidy to his self-esteem.
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