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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
Etymology Information

'income-neutral' originates from the combination of 'income' and 'neutral', where 'income' refers to money received, and 'neutral' means not favoring either side.

Historical Evolution

'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.

Meaning Changes

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