leverage

noun
UK: /ˈliːvərɪdʒ/
US: /ˈlevərɪdʒ/

  1. The action or advantage of using a lever.

    1. He used leverage to open the heavy door easily. [ ] [ ]
    2. Proper leverage is key to moving the object without hurting your back. [ ] [ ]

  2. The power to influence people and get the results you want.

    1. Her knowledge gave her leverage in the negotiation. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company used its market position as leverage to secure better deals. [ ] [ ]

  3. The act of borrowing money to amplify the outcome of a deal or investment.

    1. They used financial leverage to expand the business quickly. [ ] [ ]
    2. Excessive leverage can increase the risk of losses during economic downturns. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

influence utilize advantage exploit power maximize impact weight
leverage transitive-verb

  1. To use something to maximum advantage.

    1. We can leverage our skills to win this project. [ ] [ ]
    2. They need to leverage their resources to improve efficiency across the company. [ ] [ ]

  2. To use borrowed capital for (an investment), expecting the profits earned to be greater than the interest payable.

    1. The company plans to leverage its assets to acquire a competitor. [ ] [ ]
    2. Real estate investors often leverage their purchases with mortgage loans. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "leverage" in English means: The action or advantage of using a lever., The power to influence people and get the results you want., The act of borrowing money to amplify the outcome of a deal or investment..

The phonetic transcription of "leverage" is /ˈliːvərɪdʒ/ in British English and /ˈlevərɪdʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "leverage": influence, utilize, advantage, exploit, power, maximize, impact, weight.

Example usage of "leverage": "He used leverage to open the heavy door easily.". More examples on the page.