Meaning & use

asset

noun·Academic

Something valuable that a person or organization owns, or a useful quality someone has.

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The company's biggest asset is its loyal customer base built over decades.

Her calm attitude under pressure makes her a real asset to the team.

A note on using this word

In finance, assets appear on a balance sheet opposite liabilities; in everyday use, it means any useful strength.

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