Vocabulary Entry

subvention

|noun • verb

noun

A sum of money granted to an organization, institution, or individual, often by the government, to help them achieve a specific purpose.

Example Sentences

"The university received a subvention to support its research projects."

"Farmers depend on subventions to stabilize their income during tough times."

"The arts council announced a new subvention for local theater companies."

verb

Example Sentences

"The government plans to subvention the startup to foster innovation."

"Nonprofits often seek to subvention their programs through donations."

"The foundation aims to subvention educational initiatives in underserved communities."