Cool MateInvestor
UK /["/ɪnˈvestə(r)/"]/US /["/ɪnˈvestər/"]/
Definition
a person or an organization that invests money in something
In simple words: A person who puts money into something to make a profit.
Examples
- 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.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- big
- large
- major
- attract
- encourage
- lure
- buy something
- invest in something
- flock to something
- confidence
- sentiment
- protection
- investor in
Synonyms
- financier
- capitalist
- stakeholder
- shareholder
- backer
Antonyms
- saver
- spender
Common mistakes
- 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'.