How to Pronounce "leveraged"
word
ˈɫɛvɝɪdʒd/, /ˈɫɛvɹɪdʒd/, /ˈɫivɝɪdʒd
LEV-er-ijd or LEEV-er-ijd
lˈiːvəɹɪdʒd
LEE-vuh-rijd
Definition
Used to describe something that is improved, influenced, or made more effective by using leverage (such as borrowed money or resources). Often used in business for financial strategies, but can also mean making use of something for advantage.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛvɝɪdʒd/, /ˈɫɛvɹɪdʒd/, /ˈɫivɝɪdʒd
British English
lˈiːvəɹɪdʒd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEV-er-ijd or LEEV-er-ijd
UK
LEE-vuh-rijd
Listen in Context
The company made a leveraged investment to grow faster.
She used her network to create a leveraged opportunity for her team.
This fund is highly leveraged, so it is risky.
We leveraged our resources to finish the project ahead of schedule.