Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zero-growth
Adjective
/ˌzɪəroʊ ˈɡroʊθ/
Definition
A term often used in economics to describe a condition in which a company’s or an economy’s growth rate is stagnant, meaning there is no increase in size, revenue, or output over a certain period.
Examples
- The company reported zero-growth for the third consecutive quarter, alarming investors.
- In a zero-growth economy, businesses often struggle to generate profits.
Meaning
Zero-growth indicates a lack of growth in economic terms, meaning the output or production level remains constant rather than increasing or decreasing.
Synonyms
- Stagnation
- No growth
- Flatlining
- Constant output
