Synonyms

solvency

American

[sol-vuhn-see] / ˈsɒl vən si /

noun

solvent condition; ability to pay all just debts.

ˈsolvency British

/ ˈsɒlvənsɪ /

noun

ability to pay all debts

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Etymology

Origin of solvency

First recorded in 1720–30; solv(ent) + -ency

Example Sentences

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Crucially, the proposal included a commitment from Oracle founder Larry Ellison to contribute additional funding if needed to support solvency requirements from Paramount's lending banks.

From Barron's

The German insurer reported earnings very close to consensus and delivered a wide beat in solvency II ratio—a measure of financial strength—just like its French peer.

From The Wall Street Journal

Additionally, Paramountsaid it “agreed to an obligation to contribute additional equity funding to the extent needed to support the solvency certificate required by PSKY’s lending banks.”

From Los Angeles Times

Moreover, traders will react favorably to the insurer’s improved solvency, the analysts add.

From The Wall Street Journal

Zurich’s Swiss solvency test ratio—a measurement of capital strength—had improved to 259% by the end of the period and compares with consensus’ expectation of a 260% ratio.

From The Wall Street Journal

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