solvency

noun

sol·​ven·​cy ˈsäl-vən(t)-sē How to pronounce solvency (audio)
ˈsȯl-
: the quality or state of being solvent

Examples of solvency in a Sentence

They reviewed financial records to measure the borrower's solvency.
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His Social Security 2100 Act would extend the solvency of the trust fund AND reduce taxes on Social Security benefits, by asking the wealthy to pay their fair share in payroll contributions. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025 The bill eliminates two provisions set up decades ago to shore up Social Security’s solvency. Maya C. Miller, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2024 The organization needs to monitor their credit risk, liquidity risk and solvency risk and have sufficient funds to support cash flow, cover essential expenses and keep operations steady during tough times. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024 He’s suggested a stronger economy, and thus more taxes paid toward Social Security would be his main strategy to ensure its financial solvency. Ramsey Touchberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for solvency 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1727, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of solvency was circa 1727

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“Solvency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solvency. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

solvency

noun
sol·​ven·​cy ˈsäl-vən-sē How to pronounce solvency (audio)
ˈsȯl-
: the quality or state of being solvent

Legal Definition

solvency

noun
sol·​ven·​cy ˈsäl-vən-sē How to pronounce solvency (audio)
: the quality or state of being solvent

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