Definition of capitalize
capitalized
;capitalizing
transitive verb
1 : to write or print with an initial capital or in capitals Capitalize the names of cities and states.
2a : to convert into capital capitalize the company's reserve fundb : to treat as an amortizable investment in long-term capital assets rather than as an ordinary operating expense to be charged against revenue for the period in which it is incurred capitalize development costs
3a : to compute the present value of (an income extended over a period of time)b : to convert (a periodic payment) into an equivalent capital sum capitalized annuities
4 : to supply capital for
intransitive verb
: to gain by turning something to advantage capitalize on an opponent's mistake
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Examples of capitalize in a Sentence
Remember to capitalize the I in Internet.
Capitalize the first word of your sentence.
She rarely capitalizes her name when she signs her e-mails.
The venture was capitalized with a loan of one million dollars.
You can capitalize your investment at any time.
Recent Examples of capitalize from the Web
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But flow reversal capitalizes on the amazing redundancy of the brain’s blood supply.
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Friday’s announcement by Kenneth G. Furton, provost and executive vice president of Florida International University, capitalizes on Gladstone’s institutional experience in the acting directorship and previously, as its director of development.
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Marston was capitalizing on one of his time’s many similarities to our own: His was an age that, too, was anxious about the future of truth.
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Proving again that the quality of their shots on goal matters more than the quantity, the Pittsburgh Penguins flattened the Nashville Predators in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final by capitalizing on their prime scoring chances.
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May called the snap election last month, seeking to capitalize on Corbyn’s unpopularity to build a historically large majority ahead of negotiations with the European Union.
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Given Northwest Indiana's proximity to Chicago, investing in commuter systems will give residents a chance to capitalize on the opportunities in the city but still reside in Indiana.
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Gianforte’s victory was a setback for Democrats who hoped to capitalize on Trump’s low approval ratings, unpopular Republican health-care legislation, and the misdemeanor assault charge.
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The farmers are hoping to capitalize on a variety of changing factors abroad and here, including the aging of California’s avocado trees, which are producing less fruit.
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Origin and Etymology of capitalize
see 3capital
First Known Use: 1764
Other Business Terms
CAPITALIZE Defined for English Language Learners
capitalize
playDefinition of capitalize for English Language Learners
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: to use a capital letter to write, print, or type (a letter of the alphabet)
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: to begin (a word or name) with a capital letter
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: to provide the money that is needed to start or develop (a business)
CAPITALIZE Defined for Kids
capitalize
playDefinition of capitalize for Students
capitalized
;capitalizing
1 : to write with a beginning capital letter or in all capital letters
2 : to provide money needed to start or develop (a business)
3 : to gain by turning something to advantage The winner capitalized on his opponent's mistakes.
capitalization
\ˌka-pə-tə-lə-ˈzā-shən\ nounLaw Dictionary
capitalize
playLegal Definition of capitalize
capitalized
capitalizing
1a : to convert into capital capitalize the company's earnings b : to treat as a capital expenditure rather than an ordinary and necessary expense the cost of the merger must be capitalized
2a : to compute the present value of (an income extended over a period of time) — compare amortize b : to convert (a periodic payment) into an equivalent capital sum capitalized annuities
3 : to supply capital for had capitalized the business with her own savings
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