Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
capitalista
noun
/ˌkæp.ɪ.təlˈɪs.tə/
Definition
A person who owns or controls capital, particularly in the context of business or economic investments.
Examples
- The capitalist invested heavily in technology startups.
- As a capitalist, she believes in the power of market competition.
- Many capitalists advocate for minimal government regulation of businesses.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who invests money into businesses to generate profit, often associated with capitalism, which emphasizes private ownership and free-market principles.
Synonyms
- investor
- entrepreneur
- businessman/businesswoman
- financier