B2noun 1K

Investor

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪnˈvestə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪnˈvestər/"]/

Meaning of Investor

a person or an organization that invests money in something

In simple words: A person who puts money into something to make a profit.

Investor in a sentence

• small investors *(= private people)*
• institutional investors
• A stable company is more likely to attract potential investors.
• Current government policies may worry overseas investors.
• Investors will be able to buy the shares from next week.
• Many ordinary investors stand to lose money in this affair.
• They announced budget cuts which they hoped would reassure investors.
• This is an excellent deal for investors who are interested in smaller companies.

How to use Investor

Used in finance and business contexts. Avoid in casual conversations; prefer 'buyer' or 'spender' in non-professional settings.

Grammar pattern

investor + noun (e.g., investor + in + company)

Memory hint

Think of a 'vest' that symbolizes protecting your money while you invest.

Related words

Collocations with Investor

• big
• large
• major
• attract
• encourage
• lure
• buy something
• invest in something
• flock to something
• confidence
• sentiment
• protection
• investor in

Synonyms for Investor

• financier
• capitalist
• stakeholder
• shareholder
• backer

Opposites of Investor

• saver
• spender

Common mistakes with Investor

• Confused with 'venter' or 'adventurer' as they sound similar.
• Using 'investor' to describe someone who spends money on personal items.
• Saying 'investor in stocks' instead of 'investor in the stock market'.

Frequently asked questions about Investor

What does Investor mean?

A person who puts money into something to make a profit.

What is the definition of Investor?

a person or an organization that invests money in something

How do you use Investor in a sentence?

small investors *(= private people)*

Can you give another example of Investor?

institutional investors

What are synonyms for Investor?

Common alternatives include financier, capitalist, stakeholder, shareholder, backer.

What is the opposite of Investor?

Opposite meanings include saver, spender.

What words go with Investor?

It commonly pairs with big, large, major, attract, encourage, lure, buy something, invest in something, flock to something, confidence, sentiment, protection, investor in.

What are common mistakes when using Investor?

Confused with 'venter' or 'adventurer' as they sound similar. Using 'investor' to describe someone who spends money on personal items. Saying 'investor in stocks' instead of 'investor in the stock market'.

How do you pronounce Investor?

US: /["/ɪnˈvestər/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈvestə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Investor?

Used in finance and business contexts. Avoid in casual conversations; prefer 'buyer' or 'spender' in non-professional settings.

What CEFR level is Investor?

"Investor" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.