invest in

verb

invested in; investing in; invests in

1

: to use money for (something) in order to earn more money

He made a fortune by investing in real estate.

He invested his savings in the business.

2

: to spend money for building or improving (something)

The city will invest millions of dollars in two new schools.

The city plans to invest heavily in its educational system this year.

3

: to give (time or effort) in order to do something or make something better

A lot of time was invested in the project.

We need to invest more effort in educating our children.

4

informal : to spend money on (something useful or helpful to oneself)

I am planning to invest in a good coat.

Examples of invest in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Professional sports have provided countless athletes with platforms to invest in charities, mentor youth, rebuild neighborhoods, and support military families, first responders, and disaster relief efforts. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026

Each generation invested in the infrastructure that would define the next century of American prosperity. — Emil Sayegh, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

That said, investing in precious metals isn’t without any risks. — Jamela Adam, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Harley-Davidson Insurance advises similar inspections for motorcyclists and suggests that riders invest in a UV-protective cover. — Laura Horne july 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2026

Rhymes for invest in

• clandestine
• intestine
• progestin