1
as in subsidy
a sum of money allotted for a specific use by official or formal action
recognizing the importance of the arts in the health of a city, the council increased the allocation for the city's annual jazz festival
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in distribution
the act or process of giving out something to each member of a group
the allocation of Halloween candy became my job when I was too old to go trick-or-treating myself
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of allocation
For some retirees, a more conservative allocation may be entirely appropriate.
—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Asset allocation and currency trends are two of many factors that will determine the outcome.
—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Everyday millionaires, for all their diligence, are largely confined to public markets—the same index funds and 401(k) allocations that powered their ascent.
—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
30 June 2026
DeSantis also vetoed a separate $250,000 allocation to the Sheriff’s Office that would have funded corruption investigations in county government.
—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
The dollar has remained at around 58% of central banks’ allocations over the past five years, OMFIF head of research Andrea Correa told CNN.
—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Reevaluate resource allocation as Mercury stations retrograde under a Capricorn full moon.
—
Usa Today,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Asset allocation and currency trends are two of many factors that will determine the outcome.
—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Everyday millionaires, for all their diligence, are largely confined to public markets—the same index funds and 401(k) allocations that powered their ascent.
—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
30 June 2026
DeSantis also vetoed a separate $250,000 allocation to the Sheriff’s Office that would have funded corruption investigations in county government.
—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
The dollar has remained at around 58% of central banks’ allocations over the past five years, OMFIF head of research Andrea Correa told CNN.
—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Reevaluate resource allocation as Mercury stations retrograde under a Capricorn full moon.
—
Usa Today,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allocation
Noun
-
Mirza built a single-entry-point platform that helps workers navigate childcare subsidies, SNAP, WIC, and Medicaid—compressing what can be 16 separate government forms into a single process in some states.
-
After the subsidy was slashed to $15 million, Tri-Rail’s management said the railroad would run out of money by mid-2027 if more money was not provided.
Noun
-
Her curriculum is built around the details that working producers confront every day, from insurance requirements and safety planning to investor conversations and distribution readiness.
-
Rivian opened a 480,000-square-foot parts distribution center in Metro Air Park in 2025, and has service centers in West Sacramento and Rocklin.
Noun
-
Last month, the garden celebrated its 30th anniversary and received a sizable grant from City Council member Eunisses Hernandez’s first-district office.
-
Adults juggling classes and full-time jobs or family responsibilities may need to rely more heavily on grants, employer tuition assistance and private student loans from lenders who accept part-time students.
Noun
-
When the ship makes its maiden voyage in 2027, a certain allotment of cargo space will be reserved for DHL.
-
Hoylman-Sigal also said that this allotment fund is aimed to inspire matching donations from private donors, with some $12 million already raised, according to the Times.
Noun
-
Many of the projects are supported by the State of Florida through appropriations or by university bonding and private donations.
-
Also stalled are appropriations for the State Department, a resolution commemorating the anniversary of the enactment of the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, among other measures.
Cite this Entry
“Allocation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allocation. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
