Treasury — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈtre-zh(ə-)rē/ trea·sury

Meaning & Definition of Treasury

Treasury (noun)

  1. a place in which stores of wealth are kept
  2. the place of deposit and disbursement of collected funds; especially, one where public revenues are deposited, kept, and disbursed
  3. funds kept in such a depository

Treasury (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in reserve, savings

    similar: nest egg, reserve, resources, savings, savings account, assets, capital, fortune, means, opulence, riches, substance, wealth, wherewithal, worth, belongings, chattels, effects, holdings, paraphernalia, possessions, things, coffers, deposit, sinking fund, cache, collection, cushion, hoard, pocketbook, bankroll, deep pockets, finances, funds, money, wallet, petty cash, pin money, pocket money, spending money, abundance, affluence, prosperity, success
    opposite: debts, liabilities, indebtedness

  2. as in storeroom

    similar: storeroom, vault, box, caddy, case, casket, chest, footlocker, locker, trunk, lockbox, coffer, safe, safe-deposit box, strongbox

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Treasury

The most common words with a similar meaning to Treasury:

nest egg, reserve, resources, savings, savings account, assets, capital, fortune, means, opulence, riches, substance, wealth, wherewithal, worth, belongings, chattels, effects, holdings, paraphernalia, possessions, things, coffers, deposit, sinking fund, cache, collection, cushion, hoard, pocketbook, bankroll, deep pockets, finances, funds, money, wallet, petty cash, pin money, pocket money, spending money

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Treasury

Words with the opposite meaning of Treasury:

debts, liabilities, indebtedness

Word Forms of Treasury

Inflections: treasuries

Origin & Etymology of Treasury

Middle English tresorie, from Anglo-French, from tresor treasure

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Treasury

treasury note, treasury of merits, treasury stock, the Treasury Department, subtreasury

Frequently Asked Questions about Treasury

What does "Treasury" mean?

"Treasury" means a place in which stores of wealth are kept. As a noun, it is defined as: a place in which stores of wealth are kept. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Treasury"?

Other words for "Treasury" include nest egg, reserve, resources, savings, savings account, assets, capital and fortune. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Treasury" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Treasury"?

There are 59 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Treasury". Common alternatives include nest egg, reserve, resources, savings, savings account, assets, capital, fortune, means and opulence.

What is the opposite of "Treasury"?

Antonyms of "Treasury" include debts, liabilities and indebtedness.

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

"Treasury" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Treasury"?

"Treasury" is pronounced /ˈtre-zh(ə-)rē/ and divided into syllables as trea·sury.

What is the origin of the word "Treasury"?

"Treasury" comes from Middle English tresorie, from Anglo-French, from tresor treasure. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Treasury" meaning "as in reserve, savings"?

When "Treasury" (noun) means as in reserve, savings, synonyms include nest egg, reserve, resources, savings, savings account and assets. Opposites in this sense include debts, liabilities and indebtedness.