Means-Tested Benefits
/ˈmiːnzˌtɛstɪd ˈbɛnɪfɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Government-provided financial aid programs awarded based on income or resources being below a specific threshold.
She qualified for means-tested benefits due to her low household income.
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Commentary
Means-tested benefits specifically require an applicant to prove financial need, distinguishing them from universal benefits available regardless of income.
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