investors

word · lemma: investor

/ˌɪnˈvɛstɝz/
in-VES-turz
/ɪnvˈɛstəz/
in-VES-tuhz

Definition

People or organizations that put money into something, like a business or property, hoping to make a profit.

Usage & Nuances

'Investors' is formal and common in business, finance, and economics. Often used with adjectives like 'foreign', 'private', or 'large'. Don't confuse with 'donors' (give money without expecting profit).

Example Sentences

Some investors bought shares in the company.

basic

The new project attracted many investors.

basic

Investors hope to make money from their investments.

basic

Big tech companies are always looking for new investors.

natural

Most investors check the market before making decisions.

natural

The company lost several key investors after last year’s losses.

natural