Currency
/ˈkʌrənsi/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe system of money used in a country.
/ˈkʌrənsi/
A system of money in general use in a particular country.
The US dollar is a widely used currency.
💡 Simply: Currency is the money a country uses. Imagine you're buying a toy with dollar bills in America; that money is the US currency!
👶 For kids: Money that a country uses!
More Examples
The exchange rate between different currencies fluctuates daily.
Understanding currency exchange is important when traveling.
How It's Used
"The euro is the official currency of the European Union."
"Fluctuations in currency exchange rates can significantly impact international trade."
The state of being widely used or accepted.
/ˈkʌrənsi/
The state of being used or accepted.
This opinion has gained currency in recent years.
💡 Simply: Imagine a popular trend or idea. If everyone's talking about it, it's 'in currency'– it's being used and is common!
👶 For kids: When something is used or talked about a lot!
More Examples
The rumor quickly gained currency among the students.
The new style quickly achieved currency among the fashion community.
How It's Used
"The idea gained currency after the new research was published."
"Conspiracy theories gain currency in times of uncertainty."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
gain currency
To become widely known, used, or accepted.
"The idea began to gain currency among the public after the TV show."
From Middle English, from Anglo-French *curraunce* 'circulation,' from Latin *currere* 'to run.' Originally referred to the 'flowing' or 'circulation' of money.
Historically referred to the continuous flow of money or goods in an economy.
Memory tip
Think of the coins and bills you use every day. That's your currency!
Word Origin
"to run, flow"