speculators

CEFRC1

/spˈɛkjəˌleɪtərz/

noun

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  1. 01

    noun

    People who invest money hoping prices will rise or fall favorably.

Examples

  • Some speculators take advantage of the ignorance and helplessness of old people.

  • There are no winners in wars, except the speculators.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
1
Parts of speech
1

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

Unlike cautious savers, blank are willing to risk their money for quick profits.

Practise this properly in the app, where the word comes back before you forget it.

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