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Pecuniary

Definition

(formal) Relating to or consisting of money; financial. Often used in formal or technical contexts to discuss financial matters or penalties, especially in law or business.

Example Sentences

1The company was fined a substantial pecuniary penalty for violating antitrust regulations.
2The judge ruled that the defendant was liable for pecuniary damages to the plaintiff.
3Pecuniary motives are often cited as a primary driver of corporate decision-making, but this overlooks the role of social responsibility.
4The new tax law aims to reduce pecuniary burdens on low-income families by increasing the standard deduction.
5There is an ongoing debate among economists about the relative importance of pecuniary versus non-pecuniary incentives in shaping human behavior.

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