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  1. disambiguation
    clarification that follows from the removal of confusion
    For other uses, see Economics (disambiguation).
  2. microeconomics
    the study of how consumers and individual firms acquire and use resources
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  3. macroeconomics
    the branch of economics that studies the overall working of a national economy
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  4. statistical method
    a method of analyzing or representing statistical data
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  5. game theory
    (economics) a theory of competition stated in terms of gains and losses among opposing players
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  6. econometric
    of or relating to econometrics
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  7. econometrics
    the application of mathematics and statistics to the study of economic and financial data
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  8. normative
    relating to or dealing with typical standards or patterns
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  9. economics
    science dealing with the circulation of goods and services
    For other uses, see Economics (disambiguation).
  10. optimization
    the act of rendering optimal
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  11. computational
    of or involving calculation
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  12. social science
    the branch of science that studies society and the relationships of individual within a society
    This article is about the social science.
  13. heterodox
    characterized by departure from accepted standards
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  14. macroeconomic
    of or relating to macroeconomics
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  15. natural resource
    material in the environment that can be used by people
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  16. economic theory
    a theory of commercial activities
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  17. nexus
    the means of connection between things linked in series
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  18. behavioral
    of or relating to behavior
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  19. social structure
    the people in a society considered as a system organized by a characteristic pattern of relationships
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  20. methodology
    the techniques followed in a particular discipline
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  21. caput
    the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
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  22. fiscal policy
    a government policy for dealing with the budget
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  23. semi
    a truck consisting of a tractor and trailer together
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  24. economic system
    the system of production and distribution and consumption
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  25. Ancient Greek
    the Greek language prior to the Roman Empire
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  26. rationality
    the state of having good sense and sound judgment
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  27. ecological
    characterized by the interdependence of living organisms
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  28. topical
    pertaining to the surface of a body part
    For a topical guide to this subject, see Outline of economics.
  29. PPP
    surgical resection of unnecessary palatal and oropharyngeal tissue to open the airway; intended to cure extreme cases of snoring (with or without sleep apnea)
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  30. interact
    do something together or with others
    Economics aims to explain how economies work and how economic agents interact.
  31. managerial
    of or relating to the function or responsibility or activity of management
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  32. mainstream
    the prevailing current of thought
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  33. physical science
    the physical properties, phenomena, and laws of something
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  34. textbook
    a book prepared for use in schools or colleges
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  35. imperialism
    a policy of extending your rule over foreign countries
    The expanding domain of economics in the social sciences has been described as economic imperialism.[8]
  36. individualism
    the quality of being a single thing or person
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  37. evolutionary
    relating to the development of a species
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  38. empirical
    derived from experiment and observation rather than theory
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  39. Fields
    United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946)
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  40. dimension
    a construct distinguishing objects or individuals
    Common distinctions are drawn between various dimensions of economics.
  41. mathematical
    of or pertaining to or of the nature of mathematics
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  42. category
    a general concept that marks divisions or coordinations
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  43. monetary
    relating to or involving money
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  44. political economy
    the branch of social science that deals with the production and distribution and consumption of goods and services and their management
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  45. statistical
    of or relating to the interpretation of quantitative data
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  46. edit
    prepare for publication or presentation by revising
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  47. economic
    of or relating to production and management of wealth
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  48. analyze
    break down into components or essential features
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  49. portal
    a grand and imposing entrance
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  50. economic growth
    steady growth in the productive capacity of the economy
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  51. equilibrium
    a stable situation in which forces cancel one another
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  52. economy
    the system of production and distribution and consumption
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  53. per capita
    relating to each person individually
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  54. buyer
    a person who buys
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  55. IMF
    a United Nations agency to promote trade by increasing the exchange stability of the major currencies
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  56. orthodox
    adhering to what is commonly accepted
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  57. Labour
    a political party formed in Great Britain in 1900
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  58. distinction
    a discrimination between things as different
    Common distinctions are drawn between various dimensions of economics.
  59. accounting
    a system that gives quantitative information about finances
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  60. include
    have as a part; be made up out of
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  61. emerge
    come out into view, as from concealment
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  62. concept
    an abstract or general idea inferred from specific instances
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  63. experimental
    of the nature of or undergoing a trial
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  64. primary
    of first rank or importance or value
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  65. dealing
    method or manner of conduct in relation to others
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  66. Education
    the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979
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  67. resource
    aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed
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  68. science
    a branch of study or knowledge involving the observation, investigation, and discovery of general laws or truths that can be tested systematically
    This article is about the social science.
  69. welfare
    something that aids or promotes well-being
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  70. akin
    related by blood
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  71. economist
    an expert in the circulation of goods and services
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  72. expand
    extend in one or more directions
    The expanding domain of economics in the social sciences has been described as economic imperialism.[8]
  73. institution
    a custom that has been an important feature of some group
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  74. cultural
    relating to the shared knowledge and values of a society
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  75. social
    living together or enjoying life in communities
    This article is about the social science.
  76. stimulus
    any information or event that acts to arouse action
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  77. environmental
    of or relating to the external conditions or surroundings
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  78. regional
    characteristic of a particular area
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  79. apply
    employ for a particular purpose
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  80. describe
    give a statement representing something
    The expanding domain of economics in the social sciences has been described as economic imperialism.[8]
  81. urban
    relating to a city or densely populated area
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  82. statistics
    a branch of mathematics concerned with quantitative data
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  83. affecting
    arousing emotion
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  84. topic
    the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
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  85. geography
    study of the earth's surface
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  86. 19th
    coming next after the eighteenth in position
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  87. rational
    consistent with or based on or using reason
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  88. agent
    a representative who acts on behalf of others
    Economics aims to explain how economies work and how economic agents interact.
  89. domain
    a particular environment or walk of life
    The expanding domain of economics in the social sciences has been described as economic imperialism.[8]
  90. basic
    reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  91. advocate
    a person who pleads for a person, cause, or idea
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  92. radical
    far beyond the norm
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  93. behavior
    the way a person acts toward other people
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  94. outline
    the line that appears to bound an object
    For a topical guide to this subject, see Outline of economics.
  95. unemployment
    the state of not having a job
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  96. fiscal
    involving financial matters
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  97. GDP
    the measure of an economy adopted by the United States in 1991; the total market values of goods and services produced by workers and capital within a nation's borders during a given period (usually 1 year)
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  98. applied
    concerned with concrete problems or data
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  99. consumption
    the act of using something up
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  100. rural
    living in or characteristic of farming or country life
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  101. inflation
    the act of filling something with air
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  102. agricultural
    relating to or used in or promoting farming
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  103. affect
    have an influence upon
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  104. theory
    a belief that can guide behavior
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  105. consumer
    a person who uses goods or services
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  106. protected
    kept safe or defended from danger or injury or loss
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  107. analysis
    abstract separation of something into its various parts
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  108. examine
    observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  109. publication
    the act of issuing printed materials
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  110. finance
    the commercial activity of providing funds and capital
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  111. development
    a process in which something passes to a different stage
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  112. Page
    English industrialist who pioneered in the design and manufacture of aircraft (1885-1962)
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  113. distribution
    the act of spreading or apportioning
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  114. history
    a record or narrative description of past events
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  115. International
    any of several international socialist organizations
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  116. growth
    changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level
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  117. element
    a substance that cannot be separated into simpler substances
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  118. positive
    characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  119. industrial
    of or relating to commercial enterprise
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  120. model
    a representation of something, often on a smaller scale
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  121. aim
    point or cause to go towards
    Economics aims to explain how economies work and how economic agents interact.
  122. structure
    a complex entity made of many parts
    Other distinctions include: between positive economics (describing "what is") and normative economics (advocating "what ought to be"); between economic theory and applied economics; between mainstream economics (more "orthodox" dealing with the "rationality-individualism-equilibrium nexus") and heterodox economics (more "radical" dealing with the "institutions-history-social structure nexus");[9] and between rational and behavioral economics.
  123. between
    in the interval
    Common distinctions are drawn between various dimensions of economics.
  124. elements
    violent or severe weather
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  125. protect
    shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage
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  126. household
    a social unit living together in a residence
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  127. management
    the act of controlling something
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  128. custom
    accepted or habitual practice
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  129. health
    the general condition of body and mind
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  130. journal
    a daily written record of experiences and observations
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  131. education
    activities that impart knowledge or skill
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  132. organization
    a methodical and orderly manner or approach
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  133. law
    the collection of rules imposed by authority
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  134. politics
    the activities involved in managing a state or a government
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  135. crime
    an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  136. region
    the extended spatial location of something
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  137. approach
    move towards
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  138. explain
    make plain and comprehensible
    Economics aims to explain how economies work and how economic agents interact.
  139. method
    a way of doing something, especially a systematic way
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  140. hence
    from that fact or reason or as a result
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  141. guide
    someone employed to conduct others
    For a topical guide to this subject, see Outline of economics.
  142. production
    the act or process of making something
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  143. business
    the principal activity in one's life to earn money
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  144. term
    a limited period of time during which something lasts
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  145. physical
    involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  146. financial
    involving fiscal matters
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  147. list
    a database containing an ordered array of items
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  148. issue
    some situation or event that is thought about
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  149. Greek
    of or relating to or characteristic of Greece or the Greeks or the Greek language
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  150. and how
    an expression of emphatic agreement
    Economics aims to explain how economies work and how economic agents interact.
  151. administration
    the act of governing or exercising authority
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  152. throughout
    from first to last
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  153. current
    occurring in or belonging to the present time
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  154. described
    represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
    The expanding domain of economics in the social sciences has been described as economic imperialism.[8]
  155. entire
    constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  156. box
    a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
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  157. broad
    having great extent from one side to the other
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  158. address
    the place where a person or organization can be found
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  159. firm
    not soft or yielding to pressure
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  160. services
    performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others
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  161. article
    one of a class of artifacts
    This article is about the social science.
  162. individual
    being or characteristic of a single thing or person
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  163. population
    the people who inhabit a territory or state
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  164. drawn
    showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
    Common distinctions are drawn between various dimensions of economics.
  165. modern
    ahead of the times
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  166. rule
    prescribed guide for conduct or action
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  167. policy
    a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  168. market
    a store where groceries are sold
    The primary textbook distinction is between microeconomics, which examines the behavior of basic elements in the economy, including individual markets and agents (such as consumers and firms, buyers and sellers), and macroeconomics, which addresses issues affecting an entire economy, including unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and monetary and fiscal policy.
  169. religion
    a strong belief in supernatural powers that control destiny
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  170. service
    an act of help or assistance
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  171. ancient
    belonging to times long past
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  172. information
    knowledge acquired through study or experience
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  173. century
    a period of 100 years
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  174. use
    put into service
    For other uses, see Economics (disambiguation).
  175. various
    having great diversity or variety
    Common distinctions are drawn between various dimensions of economics.
  176. desire
    the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  177. field
    extensive tract of level open land
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  178. society
    an extended group having a distinctive cultural organization
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  179. system
    a group of independent elements comprising a unified whole
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  180. political
    involving or characteristic of governing or social power
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  181. game
    an amusement or pastime
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  182. natural
    relating to or concerning the physical world
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  183. view
    the visual percept of a region
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  184. national
    of or relating to or belonging to a country
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  185. account
    a record or narrative description of past events
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  186. common
    having no special distinction or quality
    Common distinctions are drawn between various dimensions of economics.
  187. late
    at or toward an end or late period or stage of development
    Current economic models emerged from the broader field of political economy in the late 19th century.
  188. talk
    use language
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  189. hold
    have in one's hands or grip
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  190. subject
    some situation or event that is thought about
    For a topical guide to this subject, see Outline of economics.
  191. house
    a dwelling that serves as living quarters for a family
    The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek οἰκονομία (oikonomia, "management of a household, administration") from οἶκος (oikos, "house") + νόμος (nomos, "custom" or "law"), hence "rules of the house(hold)".[1]
  192. show
    make visible or noticeable
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  193. family
    a group of people related to one another
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  194. public
    not private
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  195. more
    greater in size or amount or extent or degree
    A primary stimulus for the development of modern economics was the desire to use an empirical approach more akin to the physical sciences.[2]
  196. war
    the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  197. government
    the system or form by which a community is ruled
    Economic analysis is applied throughout society, in business, finance and government, but also in crime,[3] education,[4] the family, health, law, politics, religion,[5] social institutions, war,[6] and science.[7]
  198. general
    applying to all or most members of a category or group
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  199. see
    perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
    For other uses, see Economics (disambiguation).
  200. other
    not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
    For other uses, see Economics (disambiguation).
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