Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

monthly-allowance

noun
/ˈmʌnθli əˈlaʊəns/
Definition
A sum of money that is given or allocated each month, typically for personal expenditures or specific purposes.
Examples
  • My parents give me a monthly allowance to help manage my expenses while I’m at college.
  • The monthly allowance was sufficient for her to enjoy outings with friends.
  • He saved part of his monthly allowance for a new bicycle.
Meaning
Monthly allowance refers to the financial support provided to an individual or a dependent on a monthly basis, intended to cover expenses or to encourage saving and budgeting.
Synonyms
  • monthly stipend
  • monthly payment
  • subsidy