English dictionary

leverage

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever

noun.phenomenon

Synonyms purchase

Source: WordNet 3.0
strategic advantage; power to act effectively

noun.attribute

Examples
Relatively small groups can sometimes exert immense political leverage.

Source: WordNet 3.0
investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses)

noun.act

Synonyms leveraging

Source: WordNet 3.0
The action of a lever; mechanical advantage gained by the lever.

noun

Source: webster1913