Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intangibles
noun
/ɪnˈtæn.dʒə.bəlz/
Definition
Intangibles refer to non-physical assets that cannot be touched or quantified easily, often representing value in various contexts.
Examples
- The company’s intangibles, such as its brand reputation, contributed significantly to its overall value.
- Investors often look at a firm’s intangibles, like customer loyalty and employee expertise, when assessing its worth.
- Intangibles such as patents can create competitive advantages in the marketplace.
Meaning
These are assets that are not tangible; they do not have a physical presence but still hold value, such as intellectual property or goodwill.
Synonyms
- Assets
- Goodwill
- Intellectual property
- Brand value
- Reputation
