multiplier
noun/ˈmʌltɪplaɪər/
Frequency rank: #10,635 most common English word
Meaning
a number or factor that increases the effect or quantity of something.
Example sentence
Tax cuts can act as multiplier for economic growth by putting more money in people's hands.
Synonyms & related words
- amplifier
- booster
- magnifier
- accelerator
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