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COUNTERCYCLICAL

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There are 2 meanings of the word Countercyclical.

Countercyclical - as an adjective

(public policy) dampening the cyclical fluctuations due to the business cycle in an economy.

Moving in the direction opposite to that of the overall state of an economy.

Example: "The unemployment rate is countercyclical in the sense that it rises when economic growth is low and vice versa."

Example Sentences

"The government implemented countercyclical policies to stimulate economic growth during the recession."
"The countercyclical nature of the stock market makes it difficult to predict."
"During a boom, countercyclical industries may struggle to find growth opportunities."
"Investing in countercyclical stocks can provide a buffer against market fluctuations."
"The countercyclical fiscal measures prevented a deeper recession."
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Word Game Points

Is COUNTERCYCLICAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, countercyclical is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COUNTERCYCLICAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.

Is COUNTERCYCLICAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, countercyclical is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COUNTERCYCLICAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 33.

Is COUNTERCYCLICAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, countercyclical is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COUNTERCYCLICAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 31.

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