allocation
Translation
allocation, assignment, share
Examples
The budget allocation was not enough.
The budget allocation was not enough.
He questioned the allocation of resources.
He questioned the allocation of resources.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a share of (sth.) The allocation of funds is a key issue.
((for sth.)) a share for (sth.) We need a larger allocation for research.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assignment, distribution, share, portion
Etymology
From the verb 'allocate' + the noun-forming suffix '-ion'. It means 'the act of allocating'.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of the verb 'allocate'. It refers to the action or result of distributing something.