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Investment

Noun:

The act of putting money, time, or effort into something to make a profit or achieve a goal.

Example sentences:

• He made a wise investment in real estate.
• The company's investments in research and development paid off with groundbreaking technology.
• She sees purchasing stocks as a long-term investment.

Verb:

To allocate money, time, or resources in the hope of achieving a profitable result or accomplishing a goal.

Example sentences:

• He decided to invest his savings in a new business venture.
• They advised her to invest in low-risk bonds for stable returns.
• We should invest more time and effort in improving customer service.

Adjective:

Describing something that is worth sacrificing resources for in order to gain benefits in the future.

Example sentences:

• They are seeking investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
• A good education is a valuable investment for future career success.
• They made an investment decision based on careful analysis and market trends.