Pronunciation

/kæpɪˈtəl/

Definitions

Noun

1. The principal city or town of a country, region, or province, often with special administrative, political, or economic importance: The capital of France is Paris.
2. (in lowercase) The initial letter or letters of a word, especially when set apart or printed in a larger size or type: The title page begins with the capital ‘I’ of “Institute.”
3. Capital letters or uppercase letters: Use proper capitalization in your writing.
4. The sum or total of something: The capital invested in this project is substantial.

Verb

1. To designate or treat as the capital of a country, region, or organization: The city was designated as the capital in 1950.
2. To write or print in capital letters: She capitalized the first letter of each sentence.
3. (informal) To invest or allocate funds for a particular purpose: They are capitalizing on new opportunities.

Adjective

1. Designating or referring to the main or most important part or aspect: The capital city is the cultural capital of the country.
2. Having or involving a significant amount or degree: A capital expense is a large investment.
3. Characteristic of a capital city or its residents: The capital’s architecture is impressive.

Phrases

• “The capital of [place]”
• “Capital gains tax”
• “Capital appreciation”
• “Write in capital letters”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The nation’s capital, Washington D.C., is home to many historic landmarks.”
• Verb: “The architect decided to capitalize the building’s facade for added emphasis.”
• Adjective: “Her business plan was filled with innovative ideas, a capital for attracting investors.”

Synonyms

• Main
• Principal
• Primary
• Central
• Key
• Major
• Fundamental
• Capitalized
• Uppercase