income-neutral
|in/come-neu/tral|
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/ˈɪn.kʌm ˈnuː.trəl/
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/ˈɪn.kʌm ˈnjuː.trəl/
no income effect
Etymology
'income-neutral' originates from the combination of 'income' and 'neutral', where 'income' refers to money received, and 'neutral' means not favoring either side.
'income-neutral' is a modern term that combines the concepts of 'income' and 'neutral' to describe policies or actions that do not alter income distribution.
Initially, it meant 'not affecting income distribution', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a policy or action that does not affect the overall income distribution among individuals or groups.
The new tax reform is designed to be income-neutral, ensuring no significant changes in income distribution.
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Last updated: 2025/01/26 20:39