Economical has been a popular adjective used to describe economic matters for centuries. In recent years, however, its usage has been waning, as more and more people opt for the more modern term, “economic.” While economical is still used in some circles, it’s not nearly as popular as it once was. This has caused some to suggest that the term is becoming obsolete. Despite this, many people still prefer the connotations of “economical” to “economic” and will continue to use it for the foreseeable future.