Synonyms for
Investments
Definition
Investments are things that people buy or put money into in order to make a profit.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- make investments
- investment portfolio
- investment strategy
- investment opportunities
- investment income
- investment property
- investment fund
- investment banking
Word family
Usage note
Often used in a financial context. Can refer to both the act of investing and the things invested in.
Example sentences
- My grandparents made a wise investment in Apple stock years ago.
- I am saving my money to make an investment in a new business.
- Some people think that investing in real estate is a good idea.
- It's important to do research before making any investments.
- My financial advisor helped me choose some good investments for my retirement portfolio.
Quotes
The four most dangerous words in investing are: 'this time it's different.' - Sir John Templeton
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
The stock market is filled with individuals who know the price of everything, but the value of nothing. - Phillip Fisher