Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈe͡ɪmz mˈiːd] (IPA) 
James Meade is a name composed of two syllables. The first syllable "James" is spelled /dʒeɪmz/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It is pronounced with a "j" sound, followed by the diphthong "ei" and ending with a voiced "mz" sound. The second syllable "Meade" is spelled /miːd/ in IPA, pronounced with a long "ee" sound and ending with a voiced "d" sound. When pronounced together, the name is pronounced as /dʒeɪmz miːd/.
James Meade was a renowned British economist and Nobel laureate born on June 23, 1907, and who passed away on December 22, 1995. He made significant contributions to the field of economics, particularly in the areas of international trade and economic development.
Meade served as a professor at various prestigious institutions, including the London School of Economics (LSE) and Trinity College, Cambridge. He was known for his groundbreaking work in analyzing the theory of international trade and exploring the effects of trade on economic growth and income distribution. Meade's research emphasized the importance of international economic cooperation and the potential benefits of trade liberalization.
His notable contributions to economic development include the Meade Report in 1964, in which he proposed strategies for promoting the economic progress of developing countries. Meade advocated for policies such as foreign aid, technology transfer, and preferential trade agreements to support the growth and development of these nations.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to economics, Meade was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1977, jointly with the Dutch economist Bertil Ohlin. This prestigious accolade solidified his reputation as one of the leading economists of his time.
Overall, James Meade's work significantly impacted the understanding of international trade and economic development, making him an influential figure in the field of economics.
James Meade is not a word; it is a name. The name James is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov which means supplanter or one who follows. The surname Meade is an English surname believed to have originated from various place names in England, such as Mead or Meeds. The etymology of the word Meade can be traced back to Old English, where it referred to a meadow or a field. The combination of James Meade is simply a personal name formed by combining the given name James with the surname Meade.
