Definition

Adjective: Relating to or consisting of money; financial.

Usage

The adjective "pecuniary" is used to describe anything that involves money, particularly in formal or legal contexts. It often refers to monetary gain, loss, assistance, or penalties.

Examples

• He had no pecuniary interest in the company's success. (He did not stand to gain or lose money from the company's success.)
• The court awarded pecuniary damages to the victim. (The court awarded financial compensation for the loss.)
• They offered pecuniary aid to the families affected by the disaster. (They offered financial help.)

Advanced Usage

• Pecuniary advantage: A formal term for a financial benefit or gain.
  • The fraud was committed for the purpose of obtaining a pecuniary advantage.
• Pecuniary penalty: A formal, often legal, term for a financial punishment, such as a fine.
  • The law imposes a pecuniary penalty for violations.

Variants and Related Words

• Pecuniarily (adverb): In a way that relates to money.
  • He was pecuniarily responsible for the debt.

Synonyms

• Monetary
• Financial
• Fiscal

Idioms and Phrases

• Pecuniary interest: A direct personal financial stake in a matter.
  • The councilor declared a pecuniary interest in the planning application and left the meeting.

Adjective

1. relating to or involving money
   • monetary rewards
   • he received thanks but no pecuniary compensation for his services