Associations to the word «Turgot»
Noun
Dictionary definition
TURGOT, noun. French economist who in 1774 was put in control of finances by Louis XVI; his proposals for reforms that involved abolishing feudal privileges made him unpopular with the aristocracy and in 1776 he was dismissed (1727-1781).
Wise words
Speak clearly, if you speak at all; carve every word before
you let it fall.