allocation

Definitions

The action or process of distributing something for a particular purpose.

An amount or portion of a resource assigned to a particular recipient or use.

Examples

The committee is responsible for the fair allocation of resources among the various departments.

Efficient budget allocation is essential for the long-term success of the project.

The government announced a new allocation of funds to support local infrastructure improvements.

Synonyms

allotment distribution apportionment assignment rationing budgeting dispensation

Antonyms

retention withholding denial refusal misallocation confiscation hoarding