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supply-driven

|sup/ply-driv/en|

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/səˈplaɪ ˈdrɪvən/

influenced by supply

Etymology
Etymology Information

'supply-driven' originates from the combination of 'supply' and 'driven', where 'supply' refers to the provision of goods and 'driven' indicates being motivated or influenced by something.

Historical Evolution

The term 'supply-driven' evolved from economic theories focusing on supply-side economics, emphasizing the role of producers in the market.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'influenced by supply factors', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

determined or influenced by the supply of goods or services rather than the demand for them.

The market is supply-driven, focusing on what manufacturers can produce.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45