Allocation

Pronunciation: /ˌæləˈkeɪʃən/

Allocation (noun)

  1. the act of giving out resources or tasks to different people or places.
  2. the process of deciding how to use money for different purposes.
  3. the act of assigning tasks or responsibilities to people.

Examples

  • The allocation of resources must be fair.
  • Resource allocation is crucial for project success.

Common collocations: efficient allocation, resource allocation, budget allocation, allocate funds, task allocation

Synonyms of Allocation

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Allocation

  • in the context of removing resources
  • in the context of taking back assignments