invest
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/ɪnˈvest/
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/ɪnˈvest/
to put money into something to try to make more money
She decided to invest in stocks to grow her savings.
她决定投资股票来增加储蓄。
to use money to improve something or make it better
The company plans to invest in new technology to improve efficiency.
公司计划投资新技术以提高效率。
to use time or effort on something useful
You need to invest time in learning new skills to advance your career.
你需要投入时间学习新技能来推动职业发展。
to give someone official power or authority
The ceremony will invest him with the authority to lead the organization.
仪式将授予他领导组织的权力。