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capitalize definition

capi·tal·ize (kap′ət 'l īz′)

transitive verb capitalized -·ized′, capitalizing -·iz′·ing

  1. to use as capital; convert into capital
  2. to calculate the present value of (a periodical payment, annuity, income, etc.); convert (an income, etc.) into one payment or sum equivalent to the computed present value
  3. to establish the capital stock of (a business firm) at a certain figure
  4. to convert (floating debt) into stock or shares
  5. ☆ to supply capital to or for (an enterprise)
  6. ☆ to print or write (a word or words) in capital letters
  7. ☆ to begin (a word) with a capital letter
  8. Accounting to set up (expenditures) as assets
capitalize Idioms

capitalize on something

to use something to one's own advantage or profit

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business capitalize definition - business

capitalize Synonyms

capitalize

v.

gain, benefit, realize, profit by; see obtain 1, profit 2.


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capitalize Usage Examples

Object

  • noun: Example: higher yields Capitalize proper nouns to search for specific people, places, or products.

Preposition: on

  • opportunity: The initial rotational Set Aside Scheme was modified to capitalize on the environmental opportunities.

Modifying Another Word

  • fully: However, unless these products are complemented by Epson consumables to match, users cannot expect to fully capitalize on their investment.

Preposition: upon

  • culture: Our innovative courses capitalize upon culture by using cross cultural differences as a vehicle to success.
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