This is the 624th most frequent Portuguese word.
fiscal
Relating to finances, taxes, or public revenue.
'Fiscal' here is used as an adjective describing policies related to financial or budgetary matters.
A política fiscal do governo foi criticada pela população.
The government's fiscal policy was criticized by the population.
In this context, 'fiscal' refers to an inspector or overseer who ensures rules or regulations are followed.
O fiscal verificou os ingressos na entrada do evento.
The inspector checked the tickets at the event entrance.
In this example, 'fiscal' again functions as a noun and describes a professional tasked with inspection or control.