invest

/ɪnˈvest/

Definitions

1. verb

to put money or capital into a business or enterprise, usually in order to make a profit.

“The company invested heavily in research and development to improve its products.”

2. verb

to devote time, effort, or resources to something, such as a hobby or a cause.

“She invested a lot of time and energy in her volunteer work at the local animal shelter.”

3. noun

something that is invested or put into a business or enterprise.

“The investor made a significant return on her investment after just a year.”

4. noun

a person who invests money or capital in a business or enterprise.

“The investor was a key player in the company’s success story.”

5. verb

to impart or imbue something with a particular quality or property.

“The experience invested her with a newfound sense of confidence.”

6. verb

to place or fix something firmly in a particular position.

“The surgeon invested the implant to stabilize the patient’s knee.”

Synonyms

  • commit
  • put

Antonyms

  • squander
  • waste