compensatory spending

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Noun compensatory spending has 1 sense

deficit spending, compensatory spending, pump priming - spending money raised by borrowing; used by governments to stimulate their economy
--₁ is a kind of spending, disbursement, disbursal, outlay

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Compensatory spending

Definition: Compensatory spending refers to the act of making purchases or acquiring goods and services as a means of compensating oneself for a loss, disappointment, or hardship experienced.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: The act of spending money to alleviate negative feelings or situations.

Usage:

I had a rough week at work, so I indulged in some compensatory spending and bought myself a new pair of shoes.
After going through a breakup, she engaged in compensatory spending to lift her spirits, treating herself to a weekend trip.

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