Meaning & use
capital
The city where a country's or region's government is based, or wealth and assets used to start or grow a business.
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Paris is the capital of France and its center of government.
The startup needed more capital before it could expand into new markets.
A note on using this word
Capital, the city or the money, is often confused in spelling with capitol, which specifically means the building where a legislature meets.
Words with a similar meaning
fundsassets
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Another way to use it
2. adjective
Punishable by death, or, informally, excellent.
Murder is classified as a capital offense in some jurisdictions.
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