Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-pay-dividends
idiomatic expression
tə peɪ ˈdɪvɪˌdɛndz
Definition
A phrase that indicates that an investment or effort will yield returns or profits over time.
Examples
- Investing in your education will pay dividends in your career.
- The company’s focus on sustainability has started to pay dividends in terms of customer loyalty.
- Even small contributions to your savings can pay dividends in the long run.
Meaning
This term is often used in finance, but it can also refer to any situation where results or benefits accumulate from previous actions or investments.
Synonyms
- a return on investment
- to yield benefits
- to bear fruit
