Definition

Putting money back into an investment or project after the initial investment has been made.

Example

The company decided on reinvestment to expand its operations and improve its facilities.

Conversation

Have you thought about the idea of reinvestment in your savings plan?

Yeah, I read that it can really help grow your money over time.

Exactly! A little reinvestment can make a big difference in the long run.

For sure! I'm definitely considering it now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reinvestment → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "invest" (from Latin "investire", meaning to clothe or put on). The word "reinvestment" means to put money back into an investment again.

Memory Tip

Think of putting money 'again' ('re-') into something you have already 'invested' in.

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