释义 |
in·sol·vent I. \-vənt\ adjective Etymology: in- (I) + Latin solvent-, solvens (present participle) 1. a. : unable or having ceased to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business; specifically : having liabilities in excess of a reasonable market value of assets held — compare bankrupt b. : insufficient to pay all debts charged against it < an insolvent estate > c. : impoverished, deficient < these morally insolvent teachers > < insolvent beliefs > 2. : relating to or for the relief of insolvents < insolvent regulations > II. noun : an insolvent debtor |