Definitions

1. noun

a means or method of obtaining a desired end, especially through cleverness or ingenuity

“The company used new marketing strategies as a way to gain leverage in the competitive industry.”

2. verb

to use or take advantage of something, especially a situation or circumstance, to one’s own advantage

“The politician was able to leverage her experience in the private sector to inform her policy decisions.”

3. verb

to use or move something, especially a mechanical device, to gain an advantage or to lift or move something

“The team was able to leverage the pulley system to lift the heavy load into place.”

4. verb

to use or take advantage of something, especially a situation or circumstance, to influence or affect someone or something

“The company was able to leverage public opinion to influence the government’s decision.”