accommodative
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- accommodativeness noun
Etymology
Origin of accommodative
First recorded in 1835–45; accommodate + -ive
Example Sentences
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It is worth noting that vulnerabilities in private credit are increasing at a time when economic growth is still strong and financial conditions are very accommodative, while the credit cycle is still benign.
From MarketWatch
“If we had really negative growth, we would have to go into accommodative territory,” he said.
“We think we can keep interest rates accommodative and give growth a chance. We can see the recovery strengthening while inflation comes down,” he said.
The theory suggests that maintaining safe exposure to bright light while limiting accommodative pupil constriction may help control myopia.
From Science Daily
The overall policy stance of the ECB is not as accommodative.
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