Dictionary Check: leverage
"leverage" is a valid word!
Scrabble
12
points
Words with Friends
15
points
Definition
noun
the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
noun
strategic advantage; power to act effectively
Example:
"relatively small groups can sometimes exert immense political leverage"
noun
investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses)
verb
supplement with leverage
Example:
"leverage the money that is already available"
verb
provide with leverage
Example:
"We need to leverage this company"
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