Definition of: capitalize

(kap′ə·təl·īz) v.t. ·ized, ·iz·ing
1. To begin with capital letters, or write or print in capital letters.
2. To convert into capital or cash.
3. To convert (a periodical payment) into a sum in hand; compute the value of in a single payment or capital sum.
4. To invest for profit; provide capital.
5. To organize on a basis of capital.
6. To profit by: with on: He capitalized on his enemy's errors.