net worth

noun

1. net assets.

Word History and Origins

Origin of net worth¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Texas’ annual ethics filings don’t require public officials to disclose their total income, net worth or the value of holdings in business entities.

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But those who took on student loans had an overall lower net worth than their peers who didn’t.

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High net worth individuals have become increasingly attractive targets as they often lack the security measures employed by businesses, researchers warn.

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Ellison, whose net worth is tied to the company, has steadily built his fortune over the past five decades.

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In 2025, the total net worth of all U.S. households is close to $160 trillion, according to Federal Reserve data analyzed by Visual Capitalist.

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