Subsidize — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈsəb-sə-ˌdīz/ sub·si·dize

Meaning & Definition of Subsidize

Subsidize (verb)

  1. to furnish with a subsidy
  2. to purchase the assistance of by payment of a subsidy
  3. to aid or promote (someone or something, such as a private enterprise) with public money

Subsidize (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to furnish (as an institution) with a regular source of income

    "the museum is annually subsidized by funds from several major corporations"

    similar: endow, finance, fund
    related: establish, found, organize, bequeath, contribute, donate, subscribe, support, underwrite, award, grant, back, promote, sponsor, capitalize, invest (in)
    opposite: defund, disendow
    near: draw, receive, subsist

  2. to provide money for

    "housing for the elderly that was subsidized by the federal government"

    similar: bankroll, capitalize, endow, finance, fund, stake, underwrite
    related: grubstake, cofinance, refinance, advocate, aid, back, champion, endorse, patronize, sponsor, support, maintain, nourish, provide (for), clear, defray, discharge, foot, liquidate, pay, pay off, pay up, quit, recompense, settle, spring (for), stand, refund
    opposite: defund

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Subsidize

The most common words with a similar meaning to Subsidize:

endow, finance, fund, bankroll, capitalize, stake, underwrite

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Subsidize

Words with the opposite meaning of Subsidize:

defund, disendow

Related Words for Subsidize

establish, found, organize, bequeath, contribute, donate, subscribe, support, award, grant, back, promote, sponsor, invest (in), grubstake, cofinance, refinance, advocate, aid, champion, endorse, patronize, maintain, nourish, provide (for), clear, defray, discharge, foot, liquidate

Near Antonyms of Subsidize

draw, receive, subsist

Word Forms of Subsidize

Inflections: subsidized, subsidizing

Derived words: subsidization (noun), subsidizer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Subsidize

First known use: 1755

Frequently Asked Questions about Subsidize

What does "Subsidize" mean?

"Subsidize" means to furnish with a subsidy. As a verb, it is defined as: to furnish with a subsidy. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Subsidize"?

Other words for "Subsidize" include endow, finance, fund, bankroll, capitalize, stake and underwrite. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Subsidize" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Subsidize"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Subsidize". Common alternatives include endow, finance, fund, bankroll, capitalize, stake and underwrite.

What is the opposite of "Subsidize"?

Antonyms of "Subsidize" include defund and disendow. Near antonyms include draw, receive and subsist.

How do you use "Subsidize" in a sentence?

Examples of "Subsidize" in a sentence: "the museum is annually subsidized by funds from several major corporations"; "housing for the elderly that was subsidized by the federal government".

Is "Subsidize" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Subsidize" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Subsidize"?

"Subsidize" is pronounced /ˈsəb-sə-ˌdīz/ and divided into syllables as sub·si·dize.

What is the origin of the word "Subsidize"?

First known use: 1755.