1. money given by a government or organization to help reduce the cost of producing goods or providing services
Usage: plural of subsidy

Examples

• The government provides subsidies to farmers to keep food prices affordable.
• Many countries offer subsidies for renewable energy projects.
• Without subsidies, the public transportation system would be too expensive to operate.
• The company received subsidies to help it compete with foreign manufacturers.
• Agricultural subsidies have been a topic of debate in Congress.
• Housing subsidies help low-income families afford rent.
• The airline industry requested subsidies during the economic crisis.