
Investment
Profit Expectation
Understand that the core goal is to gain more money than was originally spent.

He considered the property an investment, aiming for profit from future sale.
Not Instant Gain
Investments typically require patience since profit may come after a period of time.

She waited five years to see her investment in stocks really pay off.
Risk Factor
Money invested could be lost, so the term may imply a degree of risk.

The investment in the startup is risky, but the potential returns are high.
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