vocab lesson 9

Question 1

austerity

Answer 1

severe and rigid restrictions, especially those brought about by difficult economic times
the quality of lacking luxury or ornamentation; bareness; simplicity
the quality of being severe or stern in appearance or manner

Question 2

depreciate

Answer 2

to decrease or cause to decrease in value or price

Question 3

equity

Answer 3

net value; the value of a business or property minus debt owed
fairness; justice

Question 4

frugal

Answer 4

economical; thrifty; careful or strict in avoiding unnecessary spending

Question 5

indigent

Answer 5

extremely poor; impoverished; lacking basic necessities

Question 6

munificient

Answer 6

generous; liberal in giving

Question 7

pecuniary

Answer 7

having to do with money

Question 8

recession

Answer 8

a general decline in business activity

the act of withdrawing or going back

Question 9

renumerate

Answer 9

to pay for goods provided, services rendered, or losses incurred; to compensate for

Question 10

solvent

Answer 10

capable of meeting financial obligations; able to pay debts