Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ativo
noun
/aˈt͡ʃivu/
Definition
An active element or asset that has value or utility.
Examples
- The company’s ativos include buildings, machinery, and intellectual property.
- In accounting, it is essential to accurately assess the value of all ativos on the balance sheet.
Meaning
In finance and accounting, ‘ativo’ refers to resources owned by an entity that have economic value and can provide future benefits.
Synonyms
- asset
- resource
- property