investment

noun B2

Meaning

Investment refers to the act of putting money, time, or effort into something with the expectation of achieving a profit or benefit in the future.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "investment" with "investments," which refers to multiple instances or types of investments.

Example Sentences

Is this investment likely to bring good returns soon ?
The investment in new technology helped the company grow quickly .

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