capital synonyms

capital

modif.

  1. Principal

    chief, main, first, dominant; see principal.

  2. Excellent

    splendid, choice, first-rate, delightful; see excellent, superior. See syn. study at principal.

capital

n.

  1. A seat of government

    metropolis, principal city, seat of government; see capitol, center 2, city.

  2. Money and property

    assets, resources, principal, venture capital; see funds, industry 3, money 1, 3, property 1, wealth 1.

  3. A letter usually used initially

    initial, uppercase, majuscule; see letter 1.

make capital of

exploit, make the most of, get advantage from, profit by; see use 1.

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