verbπShareTo spend money, time, or energy on something, especially for some benefit or purpose; used with in."She is investing time in studying for her exams to get a good grade. "businessfinanceeconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo clothe or wrap (with garments)."The seamstress was investing the wedding dress with layers of delicate lace. "wearstyleappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo put on (clothing)."He was investing his jacket against the chilly morning air. "wearappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo envelop, wrap, cover."The thick fog was investing the town, making it difficult to see the road. "materialappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo commit money or capital in the hope of financial gain."She is investing her savings in the stock market to earn more money. "businessfinanceeconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo ceremonially install someone in some office."The school board will be investing Mr. Rodriguez as the new principal next week. "politicsgovernmentroyalritualChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo formally give (someone) some power or authority."The company is investing Sarah with the authority to approve all marketing budgets. "politicsgovernmentlawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo formally give (power or authority)."The company is investing Sarah with the authority to approve all marketing expenses. "governmentpoliticslawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo surround, accompany, or attend."The reporter was investing the celebrity with a barrage of questions. "businessfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo lay siege to."to invest a town"militarywarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo make investments."She is investing her money in the stock market to help it grow over time. "businessfinanceeconomyassetChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo prepare for lost wax casting by creating an investment mold (a mixture of a silica sand and plaster)."The jeweler is investing the wax model with a mixture of silica sand and plaster to create the mold for the metal casting. "artmaterialprocesstechnicalindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be involved in; to form strong attachments to."She is investing a lot of time and energy in her new job. "businessfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe act of something being invested; an investment."Her investing in the stock market was a risky but potentially profitable decision. "businessfinanceeconomyassetChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading