Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

budgetary-expenditure

Noun
/ˈbʌdʒɪtəri ɪkˈspɛndɪtʃər/
Definition
Budgetary expenditure refers to the allocation of financial resources that an organization, such as a government or a corporation, plans to spend during a specific period, typically within a fiscal year.
Examples
  • The city’s budgetary expenditure on education has increased over the last few years.
  • Budgetary expenditures must be monitored to ensure financial health.
  • The budgetary expenditure report was presented at the last board meeting.
Meaning
It encompasses all costs that are accounted for in the budget, including operational costs, services, projects, and investments meant to fulfill the organization’s goals and objectives.
Synonyms
  • Fiscal spending
  • Financial outlay
  • Expenditure planning
  • Budgeted costs