investment
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Money put into something with the hope of making a profit, or the act of putting time or effort into something valuable.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Buying the house turned out to be a great _____."
Answer: investment
In your own words, what does "investment" mean?
Money put into something with the hope of making a profit, or the act of putting time or effort into something valuable.
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