Leverage Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Leverage

Meaning 1 : the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever

    Synonyms : purchase
Meaning 2 : investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses)

    Synonyms : leveraging
Meaning 3 : provide with leverage

    Example : We need to leverage this company

Meaning 4 : strategic advantage; power to act effectively

    Example : relatively small groups can sometimes exert immense political leverage

Meaning 5 : supplement with leverage

    Example : leverage the money that is already available