Definitions

seed money

NOUN

money to start a venture

Synonyms

WEAK

venture capital venture money

Example Sentences

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Having pledged $7 million in seed money to launch his new company, Jobs started by paying Paul Rand, the legendary graphic designer, $100,000 to create a company logo.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Whitesell launched a new firm with seed money from private equity firm Silver Lake, and last spring he started WIN Sports Group to represent professional football players.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

The account balance is a mix of the $1,000 seed money and earnings, which are taxable, and the $90,000 parent after-tax contributions, so withdrawals are partly taxable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

“Trump accounts,” which are investment accounts for children under age 18 that offer $1,000 in seed money for babies born between 2025 and 2028, also have received philanthropic contributions.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

“Now then, as promised, we should discuss putting together a small group of backers to invest seed money in your show.”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein