Pronunciation

/ɪnˈvestmənt/

Definitions

• Noun: The action or process of investing money for profit or material result. For example: “They made a substantial investment in the startup company.”
• Noun: Something that is invested, especially money put into financial schemes, property, or a commercial venture with the expectation of achieving a profit. For instance: “Real estate can be a good long-term investment.”
• Noun: A thing that is acquired or purchased for future benefits or advantages; expenditure of resources with the goal of securing future benefits. Example: “Education is often considered as an investment in one’s future.”

Phrases

• “Investment portfolio” refers to a collection of investments held by an individual or organization.
• “Return on investment (ROI)” is a performance measure used to evaluate the efficiency of an investment.
• “Investment strategy” describes a plan or method for selecting investments to meet financial goals.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She decided to diversify her investment portfolio by investing in both stocks and bonds.”
• “The company plans to make a significant investment in research and development this year.”
• “After careful consideration, he chose to invest his savings in a new business opportunity, hoping for a high return on investment.”

Synonyms

• Funding
• Capital injection
• Financial commitment
• Endowment
• Stake
• Outlay
• Expenditure
• Asset allocation
• Venture
• Speculation