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Economic or Economical?
What Is the Difference between "Economic" and "Economical"?
"Economic" and "economical" are often treated as synonyms (i.e., words that mean the same), but they are different.- "Economic" pertains to the economy. For example:
- Today's poor economic conditions are taking their toll on new companies.
- "Economical" means not wasteful. For example:
- My new car is more economical than my motorbike.

More about "Economic" and "Economical"
Economic
The adjective "economic" pertains to the economy, finances, or wealth.Example sentences with "economic":
- The economic deceleration will likely cause a further fall in unemployment.
- The host will interview the winners and losers from the current economic situation.
- It's not about money - he is fine from an economic perspective.
Economical
The adjective "economical" describes something that saves money or resources or is not wasteful of money or resources.Example sentences with "economical":
- It has a powerful yet economical engine that is suitable for high-mileage drivers.
- The most practical and economical way to see Brazil is by air.
Common Terms With Economic and Economical
Here are some common terms with "economic" and "economical":Economic
- economic analysis
- economic boom
- economic climate
- economic capital
- economic development
- economic downturn
- economic market
- economic outlook
- economic quarter
- economic recovery
- economic uncertainty
- economic year
- economical boiler
- economical car
- economical fridge
- economical meals
- economical option
- economical with the truth
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