Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Leverage.
How to pronounce leverage:
US
Leverage - as a noun
The mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
purchase15Strategic advantage; power to act effectively
Example: "Relatively small groups can sometimes exert immense political leverage"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
advantage14vantage11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
leveraging15Leverage - as a verb
Supplement with leverage
Example: "Leverage the money that is already available"
Provide with leverage
Example: "We need to leverage this company"
Example Sentences
"He used his knowledge as leverage to negotiate a better salary."
"The company decided to use its market dominance as leverage to secure a partnership deal."
"The politician used her influence as leverage to gain support for her proposal."
"The team's strong defense was their main leverage in winning the championship."
"The company's financial stability gave them leverage in the acquisition negotiations."
Word Game Points
Is LEVERAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leverage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LEVERAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is LEVERAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leverage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLEVERAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is LEVERAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leverage is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLEVERAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
