invest
noun
1. (meteorology) An unnamed tropical weather pattern "to investigate" for development into a significant (named) system.
verb
1. make an investment
Similar word(s): commit, place, put
Definition categories: possession, drop, expend, spend
2. give qualities or abilities to
Similar word(s): empower, endow, endue, gift, indue
Definition categories: social, enable
3. furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors
Similar word(s): adorn, clothe
Definition categories: social, equip, fit, outfit
4. provide with power and authority
Similar word(s): enthrone, vest
Definition categories: social, instal, install
5. place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position
Definition categories: social, instal, install
Sentences with invest as a verb:
- We'd like to thank all the contributors who have invested countless hours into this event.
- to invest a town