capitalist
|cap/i/tal/ist|
/ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/
wealth investor
Etymology
'capitalist' originates from the French word 'capitaliste', which is derived from 'capital', meaning 'wealth or property'.
'capitaliste' was adopted into English in the late 18th century, evolving into the modern English word 'capitalist'.
Initially, it referred to someone who owned capital, but over time it evolved to include those who invest in trade and industry for profit.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who uses their wealth to invest in trade and industry for profit in accordance with the principles of capitalism.
The capitalist invested heavily in the new tech startup.
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Adjective 1
relating to capitalism or capitalists.
The capitalist economy encourages competition.
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