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invest

[ɪnˈvɛst]

invest Definition

  • 1to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or get an advantage
  • 2to buy property, shares in a company, etc. in order to make a profit
  • 3to use a particular amount of time, energy, etc. in order to achieve something

Using invest: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "invest" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He decided to invest his savings in the stock market.

  • Example

    The company is investing heavily in research and development.

  • Example

    She invested a lot of time and effort in her studies.

  • Example

    They are planning to invest in real estate.

  • Example

    The government is investing in renewable energy sources.

invest Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for invest

Idioms Using invest

  • to spend time, effort, or money on improving oneself or one's skills

    Example

    He decided to invest in himself by taking a course in public speaking.

  • to take actions or make decisions that will benefit oneself or others in the future

    Example

    The company is investing in the future by developing new technologies.

  • invest in someone/something

    to provide resources or support to help someone or something succeed

    Example

    The organization is investing in young entrepreneurs.

Phrases with invest

  • to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or get an advantage

    Example

    He decided to invest in the stock market.

  • to give someone money to use for a particular purpose, with the expectation of making a profit

    Example

    He invested with a well-known financial advisor.

  • invest time/effort

    to use a particular amount of time, energy, etc. in order to achieve something

    Example

    She invested a lot of time and effort in her studies.

Origins of invest

from Latin 'investire', meaning 'to clothe' or 'to surround'

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Summary: invest in Brief

To 'invest' [ɪnˈvɛst] means to put money, effort, or time into something to make a profit or gain an advantage. It can refer to buying property or shares in a company, as well as using resources to achieve a goal. Examples include 'He decided to invest his savings in the stock market,' and 'The company is investing heavily in research and development.' Idioms like 'invest in oneself' and 'invest in the future' suggest personal or long-term benefits.

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