bailout

/ˈbaɪˌaʊt/

Definitions

1. noun

Financial assistance or rescue given to a business or country in difficulty, especially by the government.

“The government provided a massive bailout to the struggling auto manufacturer.”

2. verb

To provide financial assistance or rescue to a business or country in difficulty.

“The bank will have to bailout the company to avoid bankruptcy.”

Synonyms

  • aid
  • assistance
  • relief
  • rescue

Antonyms

  • bankruptcy
  • liquidation