speculator (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈspɛkjəleɪtər/
Definition
A person who makes investments in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of making a profit from changes in value, often involving a high degree of risk.
Examples
The real estate speculator bought several properties in the developing neighborhood, anticipating a sharp rise in prices.
Experienced financial speculators closely watch market trends to predict future price movements.
Not all investors are speculators; many prefer long-term growth over quick, risky gains.
How to Use speculator
- a speculator in (prepositional phrase)
- Someone who speculates in a particular market or asset. — "He became a successful speculator in the stock market."
- speculator's risk (collocation)
- The high level of risk taken by a speculator. — "Taking on a speculator's risk requires a strong stomach for potential losses."
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