Investor: meaning, definitions and examples

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investor

[ɪnˈvɛstər ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Noun}

finance

A person who allocates capital with the expectation of a financial return. Investors typically purchase stocks, bonds, or real estate to generate income or profit.

Synonyms

financier, shareholder, stockholder.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
investor	Suitable for describing someone who allocates capital with the expectation of a financial return, in various contexts such as real estate, startups, or stock markets. The investor was impressed by the startup's innovative business plan. Many investors are flocking to cryptocurrency markets.
shareholder	Appropriate for describing a person or entity that owns shares in a corporation, focusing on their partial ownership and rights within the company. Shareholders will vote on the proposal at the annual meeting. As a major shareholder, he has significant influence over company decisions.
stockholder	A synonym for shareholder, primarily used in the United States, emphasizing ownership of stock in a company. The stockholders are entitled to dividends declared by the company. Stockholders are concerned about the recent decline in share prices.
financier	Used when referring to someone who is engaged in or skilled at managing large amounts of money, often in contexts like banking, investments, and large-scale financial operations. The financier arranged a complex funding structure for the merger. A well-known financier decided to back the construction project.

Examples of usage

The investor decided to diversify his portfolio by investing in various industries.
Successful investors understand the importance of thorough research before making investment decisions.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word 'investor' comes from the Latin 'investire', meaning 'to put on' or 'to clothe', suggesting the idea of putting money into something.
The use of the term in financial contexts has been prominent since the 19th century, when modern finance began to take shape.

Economics

Investors play a crucial role in the economy by providing capital to businesses, helping them grow and innovate.
Different types of investors include individual retail investors, institutional investors like pension funds, and venture capitalists who fund startups.

Psychology

Behavioral finance studies how emotions and psychological factors influence investment decisions, often leading to irrational choices.
Cognitive biases, such as overconfidence, can impact an investor’s ability to evaluate risks accurately.

Pop Culture

The television show 'Shark Tank' showcases aspiring entrepreneurs pitching their ideas to investors in hopes of receiving funding.
Movies and books often depict investors as either heroes who save failing businesses or villains who exploit companies for profit.

Technology

In the tech world, angel investors provide initial funding for startups, often in exchange for a share of ownership.
Crowdfunding platforms have democratized investing, allowing anyone to back a project and become a sort of investor.

Translations

Translations of the word "investor" in other languages:

🇵🇹 investidor

🇮🇳 निवेशक (Niveshak)

🇩🇪 Investor

🇮🇩 investor

🇺🇦 інвестор

🇵🇱 inwestor

🇯🇵 投資家 (toushika)

🇫🇷 investisseur

🇪🇸 inversor

🇹🇷 yatırımcı

🇰🇷 투자자 (tuja-ja)

🇸🇦 مستثمر (mustaṯmir)

🇨🇿 investor

🇸🇰 investor

🇨🇳 投资者 (tóuzīzhě)

🇸🇮 investitor

🇮🇸 fjárfestir

🇰🇿 инвестор

🇬🇪 ინვესტორი (investori)

🇦🇿 investor

🇲🇽 inversor

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,242 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.

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