capitalize
1 ENTRIES FOUND:
capitalize
verb
capitalizes;
capitalized;
capitalizing
capitalize
verb
capitalizes;
capitalized;
capitalizing
Britannica Dictionary definition of CAPITALIZE
[+ object]
1
a
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to use a capital letter to write, print, or type (a letter of the alphabet)
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Remember to capitalize the I in Internet.
b
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to begin (a word or name) with a capital letter
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Capitalize the first word of your sentence.
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She rarely capitalizes her name when she signs her e-mails.
2
a
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to provide the money that is needed to start or develop (a business)
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They're seeking investors (in order) to capitalize the business.
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The venture was capitalized with a loan of one million dollars.
b
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to sell (something valuable, such as property or stock) in order to get money
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to convert (something) into capital
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You can capitalize your investment at any time.
capitalize on
[phrasal verb]
capitalize on (something)
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to use (something, such as an event or situation) in a way that helps you
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to get an advantage from (something)
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They were able to capitalize on [=take advantage of] our mistakes.
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She capitalized on her new fame by writing a book.
