Definitions

investment

[in-vest-muhnt] / ɪnˈvɛst mənt /

NOUN

something given, lent for a return

Synonyms

STRONGEST

asset contribution expenditure expense finance financing grant loan money property purchase stake transaction venture

STRONG

advance ante backing bail endowment flutter hunch inside interests investing piece plunge spec speculation stab

WEAK

smart money vested interests

Antonyms

STRONG

reality truth

WEAK

divestment

Example Sentences

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A senior German official said Beijing was pushing for the EU to ratify a 2020 China-Europe investment agreement, paving the way for a possible trade agreement further down the road.

From The Wall Street Journal

Defence Minister Antti Hakkanen told AFP military investment and preparedness had been ramped up in case the neighbours become "aggressive in the future".

From Barron's

The company ended the quarter with more than $2.1 billion in cash and investments on its balance sheet.

From Barron's

Governor Cook noted AI could cause job displacement before creation, and strong AI investment may imply a higher neutral rate.

From Barron's

On growth, he said consumer spending, not AI investment, has been the primary engine of the economy in 2025.

From Barron's

investment

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