monetarist

/məˈnɛtɛrɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who advocates the use of monetary policy to control the economy.

“The monetarist economist argued that a decrease in interest rates would stimulate economic growth.”

2. noun

A person who advocates for a system of free market economics.

“The monetarist politicians implemented policies to reduce government intervention in the economy.”

3. adjective

Relating to or advocating the use of monetary policy to control the economy.

“The monetarist approach to economics emphasizes the importance of monetary policy.”

Synonyms

  • fiscal conservative
  • laissez-faire economist

Antonyms

  • Keynesian
  • interventionist