Definition

A person who is skilled in managing and planning budgets, often in a governmental or organizational context.

Example

The budgeteer presented a detailed financial plan to the committee.

Conversation

I heard you're becoming a real budgeteer these days.

Yeah, I'm trying to keep my expenses in check.

That's smart! How do you plan to start budgeting?

I'm using an app that helps me track everything easily.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Budgeteer → The word is formed from 'budget' (from Old French *bougette*, meaning a small bag or purse) and the suffix '-eer' (meaning a person who). A budgeteer is a person who manages or oversees a budget.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'small bag' ('budget') that holds money, and the '-eer' indicates a person. This helps you remember that a budgeteer is someone who manages money.

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