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Updated June 2026
A person or organisation that puts money into financial schemes, property, or businesses with the expectation of achieving a profit. Someone who commits capital to gain financial returns.
“The startup attracted several major investors during its latest funding round.”
/ɪnˈvɛstɚ/
in·ves·tor
Two O's; -OR ending for agent noun
Worth 11 points; the V (4 pts) adds significant value
Shorter words formed from the letters in “investor”.
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