Allocative: meaning, definitions and examples
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allocative
[ หรฆl ษหkeษช tษชv ]
economics theory
Allocative refers to the distribution of resources or goods in a way that maximizes their utility or efficiency. It occurs when resources are allocated in a manner that produces the most beneficial outcome for society. This concept is often discussed in economic terms, particularly in relation to market efficiency and welfare maximization.
Synonyms
allocative efficiency, distributive, resource allocation.
Examples of usage
- The allocative efficiency of the market ensures that resources are utilized where they are most valued.
- In an allocative framework, every product should be priced according to its marginal cost.
- Government interventions may disrupt the allocative processes of a free market.
- Allocative decisions in a firm often determine its overall profitability.
Translations
Translations of the word "allocative" in other languages:
๐ต๐น alocativo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคตเคเคเคจเคเคพเคฐเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช allokativ
๐ฎ๐ฉ alokatif
๐บ๐ฆ ะฐะปะพะบะฐััะนะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ alokacyjny
๐ฏ๐ต ้ ๅใฎ
๐ซ๐ท allocatif
๐ช๐ธ alocativo
๐น๐ท daฤฤฑtฤฑcฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ํ ๋น์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูุฒูุนู
๐จ๐ฟ alokativnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ alokativnรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ๅ้ ็
๐ธ๐ฎ alokativni
๐ฎ๐ธ รบthlutun
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑำฉะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแชแแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tษyinatlฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ alocativo
Etymology
The term 'allocative' derives from the verb 'allocate', which has its roots in the Latin word 'allocare'. The Latin prefix 'ad-' means 'to' or 'toward', while 'locare' means 'to place'. Thus, 'allocare' essentially means 'to place or assign'. Over time, the word evolved in the English language, particularly in economic discussions that began to flourish in the 18th century. It became popular in the context of economics and resource management, especially during the rise of welfare economics in the 20th century. As economists sought to understand how to distribute resources effectively within a society, the concept of allocative efficiency became crucial for analyzing how different allocations lead to differing societal outcomes.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,231, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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