Investment

usgb/ɪnˈvestmənt/
noun

The act of spending money to buy goods, property, shares etc. with the intent of making a profit in the future.

She made a big investment in the company's stock.
Visual representation of "investment" - The act of spending money to buy goods, property, shares etc. with the intent of making a profit in the future.

Often appears as...

  • make an investment
  • return on investment
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Profit Expectation

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

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He considered the property an investment, aiming for profit from future sale.
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Not Instant Gain

Investments typically require patience since profit may come after a period of time.

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She waited five years to see her investment in stocks really pay off.
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Risk Factor

Money invested could be lost, so the term may imply a degree of risk.

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