How do you pronounce leverage?

leverage is pronounced as ˈlɛvərɪdʒ.

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leverage

⚖️leverage

noun

ˈlɛvərɪdʒ

lever leviathan

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Meaning

The use of borrowed capital or resources to increase the potential return of an investment; using something to maximum advantage.

The use of borrowed capital for investment, expecting the profits made to be greater than the interest payable.

Use borrowed capital for an investment, expecting profits to be greater than the interest payable.

Example Sentences

Leverage amplifies your efforts and scales your work.

Using leverage in investments can amplify returns, but also increases risk.

Synonyms

advantage, influence, power, force, weight, clout, control, pull

Entry 1

advantage, influence, power, force, weight, clout

Entry 2

advantage, power, influence, control, force, pull

Entry 3

influence, power

Antonyms

disadvantage, weakness, powerlessness, helplessness, impotence, inability, vulnerability

Entry 1

disadvantage, weakness, powerlessness, helplessness, impotence, inability

Entry 2

disadvantage, weakness, powerlessness, helplessness, impotence, inability

Entry 3

weakness, vulnerability

More Example Sentences

We should learn how to leverage technology rather than fear it.

I think it is essential to leverage the positive aspects of social media while being aware of its harmful effects.

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