What Is the Difference between "Economic" and "Economical"?
The Quick Answer
Economical means not wasteful.
Economic and Economical
The words economic and economical do mean the same thing; i.e., they are not synonyms.Economic
The adjective economic pertains to the economy, finances, or wealth. For example:- The economic deceleration will likely cause a further fall in unemployment.
- The host will interview the winners and losers from current economic situation.
- It's not about money - he is fine from an economic perspective.
Economical
The adjective economical describes something that saves money or resources or is not wasteful of money or resources. For example:- It has a powerful yet economical engine that is suitable for high-mileage drivers.
- The most practical and economical way to see Brazil is by air.
A Note from Teacher
The Adverb Is Economically
The adverb is easy – it's economically for both. For example:- Economically, the country is in good shape.
- The car runs economically.
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