Bankruptcy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy (noun)
- the quality or state of being bankrupt
- utter failure or impoverishment
Bankruptcy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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the inability to pay one's debts
"learned the hard way the costs of declaring bankruptcy"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bankruptcy
The most common words with a similar meaning to Bankruptcy:
Word Forms of Bankruptcy
Inflections: bankruptcies
Origin & Etymology of Bankruptcy
First known use: circa 1634
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Bankruptcy
- CEFR level: C1 English Vocabulary — Page 3
- Topics: Shopping & Money, Business & Economics
Words & Phrases Containing Bankruptcy
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankruptcy
What does "Bankruptcy" mean?
"Bankruptcy" means the quality or state of being bankrupt. As a noun, it is defined as: the quality or state of being bankrupt.
What is another word for "Bankruptcy"?
Other words for "Bankruptcy" include failure, insolvency and ruin. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bankruptcy" you intend.
How do you use "Bankruptcy" in a sentence?
Examples of "Bankruptcy" in a sentence: "learned the hard way the costs of declaring bankruptcy".
Is "Bankruptcy" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Bankruptcy" is a noun.
Is "Bankruptcy" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a C1-level word, "Bankruptcy" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.
How do you pronounce "Bankruptcy"?
"Bankruptcy" is pronounced /ˈbaŋk-(ˌ)rəp(t)-sē/ and divided into syllables as bank·rupt·cy.
What is the origin of the word "Bankruptcy"?
First known use: circa 1634.
What is another word for "Bankruptcy" meaning "the inability to pay one's debts"?
When "Bankruptcy" (noun) means the inability to pay one's debts, synonyms include failure, insolvency and ruin.