net worth

American  

noun

1. net assets.

---

Etymology

Origin of net worth

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

But their annual giving rate has stayed relatively steady at about 1.2% of their net worth, according to philanthropy advisory firm Bridgespan Group, which has worked with Scott.

From The Wall Street Journal

Soaring stock and house prices have plumped up the net worth of those who own either or both.

From Barron's

Soaring stock and house prices have plumped up the net worth of those who own either or both.

From Barron's

The publication’s calculations were based on estimates of the growth in net worth of these individuals.

From Barron's

Home equity represents a median 45% of American homeowners’ overall net worth, a Pew Research Center analysis found.

From The Wall Street Journal