countercyclical
/koun-ter-sahy-kli-kuhl, -sik-li-/US // ˌkaʊn tərˈsaɪ klɪ kəl, -ˈsɪk lɪ- //
反周期,反周期性,反周期的,反循环
Definitions
adj.形容词 adjective
- 1
- : opposing the trend of a business or economic cycle; countervailing: a countercyclical monetary policy.
Examples
Before the 1970s, most economists and lawyers believed that we needed robust government action—countercyclical fiscal spending, management of the currency, tactical protectionism—to create long-term prosperity.
It is for countercyclical assistance – giving more government assistance when times are tough – to the states, and making this support automatic.
When times are tough, U.S. social policy—no less than fiscal or monetary policy—should show some countercyclical flexibility.
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