📈investment

noun
/ɪnˈvɛst.mənt/

Meaning

the action or process of putting money, time, or resources into something for future benefit
The action or process of investing money for profit or material result.

Example Sentences

Her investment in technology startups has paid off well.

Investment in waste management infrastructure is essential.

The company is looking for investment opportunities in emerging markets.

Example Expressions

return on investment

Synonyms

funding, financing, contribution, allocation, venture, capital
Entry 1
funding, financing, contribution, allocation, venture
Entry 2
funding, capital, financing
Entry 3
capital, contribution

Antonyms

loss, withdrawal, divestment, disinvestment
Entry 1
loss, withdrawal
Entry 2
withdrawal, divestment
Entry 3
disinvestment, withdrawal

Collocations

make an investment, attract investment, foreign investment, wise investment

More Example Sentences

They risk losing money for a risky investment.

I want to talk to someone about an investment plan.

I think investment in grassroots sports should be increased.

If demand does not grow as expected, the investment will result in a loss.

I think investment in public health brings economic benefits in the long run.

I think increasing investment in primary education is the most effective step.

We need to increase investment in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions.

Investment in technical education can play an effective role in reducing poverty.

This investment may seem expensive now, but it will be profitable within five years.

I believe that health insurance is an essential investment that everyone should have.

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