well-capitalized
|well-cap-i-tal-ized|
B2
/wɛl ˈkæpɪtəˌlaɪzd/
(capitalized)
financially stable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'capitalized' originates from the Latin word 'capitalis,' where 'caput' meant 'head' or 'chief.'
Historical Evolution
'capitalis' transformed into the Old French word 'capitail,' and eventually became the modern English word 'capital' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the head or chief,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having financial resources.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having sufficient capital or financial resources.
The company is well-capitalized and ready to expand.
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