margin Synonyms
Another word for margin
• noun (Context 1)
The blank space bordering the written or printed area on a page.
"She frequently wrote insightful notes in the border of her textbook."
• noun (Context 2)
An amount by which something is won or falls short, or an extra amount allowed for contingencies.
"The incumbent mayor won the election by a remarkably narrow leeway."
• noun (Context 3)
Collateral that an investor deposits with a broker or an exchange to cover the credit risk of a trade.
"The trader received a call requiring him to deposit additional collateral into his account."
• verb (Context 4)
To provide with an edge or border.
"The medieval manuscript was beautifully margined with intricate floral designs."
• verb (Context 5)
To deposit collateral with a broker as security for an investment account.
"He fully margined his account to ensure he could maximize his leverage on the stock positions."
Opposites of margin
The opposite of margin shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: