capitalize
The word “capitalize” has 4 syllables: cap-i-tal-ize
It's pronounced as /ˈkæpɪtəˌlaɪz/
What is synonym and antonym for capitalize?
In the thesaurus, “capitalize” has 42 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for capitalize along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for capitalize
- advocate
- aid
- avail oneself of
- back
- bankroll
- champion
- clear
- cofinance
- defray
- discharge
- endorse
- endow
- exploit
- finance
- foot
- fund
- gain
- grubstake
- indorse
- liquidate
- maintain
- make capital of
- nourish
- obtain
- patronize
- pay
- pay off
- pay up
- profit
- quit
- realize
- recompense
- refinance
- refund
- settle
- sponsor
- stake
- stand
- subsidize
- support
- take advantage of
- underwrite
Antonyms for capitalize
- defund
- forfeit
- lose
Meanings of capitalize
- verb
- In writing or editing, to write (something: either an entire word or text, or just the initial letter(s) thereof) in capital letters, in upper case.
- To contribute or acquire capital (money or other resources) for.
- To convert into capital, i.e., to get cash or similar immediately fungible resources for some less fungible property or source of future income.
- To treat as capital, not as an expense.
- To profit or to obtain an advantage.
- (followed by on) To seize, as an opportunity; to obtain a benefit; to invest on something profitable.
Example Sentences
- Companies try to capitalize on emerging market trends to increase profits.
- You should capitalize the first letter of each sentence in formal writing.
- She wanted to capitalize her skills by attending additional training courses.
- The team aimed to capitalize on their competitor’s mistakes during the project.
- Investors often capitalize on market fluctuations to maximize returns.
On this page you'll find 45 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to capitalize, such as: advocate, aid, avail oneself of, back, bankroll, champion, clear.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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- means
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- pay
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- recompense
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- resources
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- shirt
- sponsor
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- stand
- subsidize
- substance
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- tender
- treasury
- underwrite
- wampum
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underwrite
- advocate
- aid
- back
- bankroll
- capitalize
- champion
- clear
- cofinance
- defray
- discharge
- endorse
- endow
- finance
- foot
- fund
- grubstake
- indorse
- liquidate
- maintain
- nourish
- patronize
- pay
- pay off
- pay up
- quit
- recompense
- refinance
- refund
- settle
- sponsor
- stake
- stand
- subsidize
- support