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Investment

UK /["/ɪnˈvestmənt/"]/US /["/ɪnˈvestmənt/"]/

Definition

the act of investing money in something

In simple words: Putting money into something to make it grow or earn more.

Examples

  • The investment in renewable energy sources is crucial for a sustainable future.
  • Her recent stock investment has already started to yield impressive returns.
  • Despite the risks, many people still perceive investment as a path to wealth.
  • The investment of time and effort in learning a new skill is often rewarding.
  • The company announced a significant investment in research and development.
  • Real estate investment can be a profitable venture if done wisely.

Usage notes

Commonly used in financial contexts. Suitable for both informal and formal conversations. Be cautious using it in casual settings where money talks might feel out of place.

Grammar pattern

make an investment + in + object

Memory hint

Think of 'in-vesting' money like planting seeds to grow a tree.

Collocations

  • excellent
  • good
  • productive
  • flow
  • level
  • rate
  • make
  • attract
  • boost
  • increase
  • rise
  • soar
  • account
  • fund
  • trust
  • as an investment
  • investment from
  • investment in
  • a loss on an investment
  • a profit on an investment
  • a return on an investment
  • excellent
  • good
  • productive
  • flow
  • level
  • rate
  • make
  • attract
  • boost
  • increase
  • rise
  • soar
  • account
  • fund
  • trust
  • as an investment
  • investment from
  • investment in
  • a loss on an investment
  • a profit on an investment
  • a return on an investment
  • excellent
  • good
  • productive
  • flow
  • level
  • rate
  • make
  • attract
  • boost
  • increase
  • rise
  • soar
  • account
  • fund
  • trust
  • as an investment
  • investment from
  • investment in
  • a loss on an investment
  • a profit on an investment
  • a return on an investment

Synonyms

  • contribution
  • funding
  • stake
  • expenditure
  • speculation

Antonyms

  • disinvestment
  • withdrawal

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'investment' with 'adventure' as they sound similar.
  • Using 'investments' in singular contexts incorrectly, for example, 'I made an investment last month' instead of 'I made investments last month.'
  • 'Investment' paired with inappropriate verbs, e.g., saying 'to invest a trip'.