In writing or editing, to write (something: either an entire word or text, or just the initial letter(s) thereof) in capital letters, in upper case.
The word "capitalize" is correct and usable in written English. It can be used to describe the act of using capital letters to begin a word or sentence, or to refer to the use of money to increase profits. Example: We need to capitalize on this opportunity by investing our resources wisely.
Clinton, by choosing to project inevitability and experience, failed to capitalize on the excitement among young people, women and minorities at the prospect of change.
American Sniper is the latest movie to capitalize on our insatiable hunger for stories about unstoppable commandos.
Elections would help the DUP capitalize on its popularity - the party made huge gains on David Trimble's UUP in the June general election.
The other big news is that TV's latest rating juggernaut, Empire, will be back in the fall with an expanded 18-episode order that is being rushed into production to capitalize on the success it had this winter.
Both gaps are unusually wide for either party.Democrats were quick to capitalize on the news".The results on the generic ballot represent a sweeping repudiation of Republican stewardship," said Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Chairman Jon Corzine (N.J ..Rep.
Each member is shown to be utterly disconnected from the world around them, allowing the show to capitalize on their preposterous idiocy, especially in moments that they believe themselves to be sharing heartfelt connections.
To capitalize on the international popularity of Hair, more rock musicals were mounted.
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