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Definitions

capitalize

[kap-i-tl-ahyz] / ˈkæp ɪ tlˌaɪz /
VERB
benefit from situation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
exploit take advantage of
STRONG
gain obtain profit realize subsidize
WEAK
avail oneself of make capital of
Antonyms
STRONG
forfeit lose

Example Sentences

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If Moonshot does eventually list in the financial hub, it will add to the flurry of homegrown Chinese AI and chip companies rushing to capitalize on the AI boom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Shi is upbeat about Arm’s ability to capitalize on a “CPU renaissance,” given that data centers are fueling demand for this type of chip.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Now, an oil services company co-owned by both companies is set to go public and capitalize on the oil stock boom.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Maxx, Dollar General, Nordstrom Rack and Five Below, are also expanding to capitalize on tough times.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Fall and winter releases will soon make way for spring or summer releases—in an effort to capitalize on the panda breeding season for a smooth transition.

From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.