B1verb 1K

Invest

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪnˈvest/","/ɪnˈvests/","/ɪnˈvestɪd/","/ɪnˈvestɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪnˈvest/","/ɪnˈvests/","/ɪnˈvestɪd/","/ɪnˈvestɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Invest

to buy property, shares in a company, etc. in the hope of making a profit

In simple words: To put money or time into something to make it grow or improve.

Invest in a sentence

• Many people choose to invest in the stock market to grow their savings.
• He decided to invest time in learning a new language.
• The company plans to invest heavily in renewable energy sources.
• It's important to invest your resources wisely to achieve your goals.
• She believes that to invest in education is to invest in the future.

How to use Invest

Commonly used in financial contexts, such as investing in stocks or property. Avoid using in casual conversations unless discussing money matters. Can also refer to time or effort in personal projects.

Grammar pattern

invest + object

Memory hint

Think of 'in-vest' as putting money 'in' a 'vest' to keep it safe and grow.

Related words

Collocations with Invest

• aggressively
• heavily
• directly
• be willing to
• look to
• plan to
• for
• in
• aggressively
• heavily
• directly
• be willing to
• look to
• plan to
• for
• in
• aggressively
• heavily
• directly
• be willing to
• look to
• plan to
• for
• in

Synonyms for Invest

• allocate
• commit
• finance
• support
• back

Opposites of Invest

• divest
• withdraw
• retract

Common mistakes with Invest

• 'Invest with' vs. 'invest in' confusion.
• Using 'invest' without an object.
• Confusing 'invest' with 'spend' when talking about money.

Frequently asked questions about Invest

What does Invest mean?

To put money or time into something to make it grow or improve.

What is the definition of Invest?

to buy property, shares in a company, etc. in the hope of making a profit

How do you use Invest in a sentence?

Many people choose to invest in the stock market to grow their savings.

Can you give another example of Invest?

He decided to invest time in learning a new language.

What are synonyms for Invest?

Common alternatives include allocate, commit, finance, support, back.

What is the opposite of Invest?

Opposite meanings include divest, withdraw, retract.

What words go with Invest?

It commonly pairs with aggressively, heavily, directly, be willing to, look to, plan to, for, in, aggressively, heavily, directly, be willing to, look to, plan to, for, in, aggressively, heavily, directly, be willing to, look to, plan to, for, in.

What are common mistakes when using Invest?

'Invest with' vs. 'invest in' confusion. Using 'invest' without an object. Confusing 'invest' with 'spend' when talking about money.

How do you pronounce Invest?

US: /["/ɪnˈvest/","/ɪnˈvests/","/ɪnˈvestɪd/","/ɪnˈvestɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈvest/","/ɪnˈvests/","/ɪnˈvestɪd/","/ɪnˈvestɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Invest?

Commonly used in financial contexts, such as investing in stocks or property. Avoid using in casual conversations unless discussing money matters. Can also refer to time or effort in personal projects.

What CEFR level is Invest?

"Invest" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.