Synonyms for

Investing

Verb / ˌɪˈnvestɪŋ / Another word for investing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Investing means using money to buy stocks, bonds, or other assets in order to make a profit.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

allocating funding capitalizing financing

Informal

putting money in backing chipping in

Literary

planting seeds sowing resources

Antonyms

withdrawing spending dissipating squandering liquidating divesting

Common collocations

  • investing wisely
  • investing heavily
  • investing in stocks
  • investing in property
  • investing for retirement
  • investing capital
  • investing time
  • investing in people

Word family

noun investment
verb invest
adjective investable

Usage note

Investing typically implies putting money into something with the expectation of profit. It is often used in a financial context but can also refer to dedicating resources like time or effort.

Example sentences

  1. My mom is investing in a new business venture.
  2. I want to start investing in the stock market.
  3. Investing in a college education is a smart choice.
  4. Before investing in a company, you should research it thoroughly.
  5. My uncle became wealthy by investing in real estate.

Quotes

  • The four most dangerous words in investing are: 'this time it's different.' - Sir John Templeton
  • The stock market is a device for transferring money from the impatient to the patient. - Warren Buffett
  • Investing should be more like watching paint dry or watching grass grow. If you want excitement, take $800 and go to Las Vegas. - Paul Samuelson

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