1. using borrowed money to increase potential returns on an investment
Usage: finance
2. having used something to maximum advantage

1. past tense of leverage: used something to maximum advantage
2. past tense of leverage: used borrowed capital for investment
Usage: finance

Examples

• The leveraged buyout required significant debt financing.
• She leveraged her connections to get the job.
• The company was highly leveraged and vulnerable to interest rate changes.
• He leveraged his experience in technology to start a consulting business.
• The leveraged investment strategy amplified both gains and losses.
• They leveraged social media to promote their campaign.
• The leveraged firm struggled when revenues declined.