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Keynes⋅i⋅an

[keyn-zee-uhn]
–adjective
1. of or pertaining to the economic theories, doctrines, or policies of Keynes or his followers, esp. the policy of maintaining high employment and controlling inflation by varying the interest rates, tax rates, and public expenditure.
–noun
2. a person who maintains or supports the theories, doctrines, or policies of Keynes.

Origin:
1935–40; Keynes + -ian


Keynes⋅i⋅an⋅ism, noun
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Keynes·i·an   (kān'zē-ən)   
adj.  Of or relating to the economic theories of John Maynard Keynes, especially those theories advocating government monetary and fiscal programs designed to increase employment and stimulate business activity.
n.  A supporter of Keynes's economic theories.
Keynes'i·an·ism n.
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