investor
Definitions
A person or organization that allocates capital with the expectation of a future financial return.
Someone who commits money to a business, project, or asset in order to gain a profit.
Examples
The angel investor provided the necessary capital to launch the startup.
Every savvy investor knows that diversifying a portfolio is essential for long-term growth.
The company held a meeting to address the concerns of its primary investor.
Synonyms
backer financier shareholder stakeholder capitalist speculator underwriter