Definition of Capitalize
Capitalize
cap·i·tal·ize


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to write or print a letter in capital or words in capitals;

e.g. Remember to always capitalize the first word of every sentence.

(verb)
(in business and economics) to make profit or gains from an opportunity;

e.g. They want to capitalize on the company's assets.

(verb)
to take the chance to gain advantage from a situation;

e.g. The chess player was able to capitalize from her opponent's mistake.



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  • "Expect the best. Prepare for the worst. Capitalize on what comes." -- Zig Ziglar



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