bankroll

/ˈbæŋkrɔl/

Definitions

1. noun

the amount of money available for a particular purpose or activity; funds set aside for a project or business venture

“The company needed a substantial bankroll to launch the new product line.”

2. verb

to provide or supply (someone or something) with the necessary funds for a particular activity or project

“The investor decided to bankroll the young artist’s debut album.”

3. verb

to make a financial investment in a venture or project, often in return for a share of the profits

“The entrepreneur was looking for someone to bankroll her startup company.”

Synonyms

  • capital
  • financing
  • funds

Antonyms

  • debt
  • deficit