solvency

[ sol-vuhn-see ]

noun

1. solvent condition; ability to pay all just debts.

ˈsolvency

/ ˈsɒlvənsɪ /

noun

1. ability to pay all debts

Word History and Origins

Origin of solvency¹

First recorded in 1720–30; solv(ent) + -ency

Example Sentences

The challenge in preserving Social Security lies in maintaining its solvency and the quality of its services without harming current recipients.

From Salon

It went on to say it has had "no evidence presented to suggest that different local authority fee rates is affecting the solvency of care homes in the county".

From BBC

The Los Angeles County Office of Education has since taken over the district, giving the county-appointed administrator sole power over the district’s financial decisions until a path to stability and solvency is attained.

From Los Angeles Times

Or must he sell out for solvency’s sake and take a job with Tyler Perry, as his agent and parents, along with the ancestors inside his head, are clamoring for him to do?

From Los Angeles Times

Perhaps the path to solvency for Social Security is not punitive taxes but more reasonable benefits.

From Seattle Times