capitalize (BrE alsocapitalise) /ˈkæpɪtəlaɪz/ ●ˈcapitalize on sth ( ˈcapitalize upon sthless frequent, more formal) to use sth to gain further advantage for yourself利用;凭借◆They capitalized on their success by raising prices. 他们借着成功的势头提了价。◆The opposition tried to capitalize on popular discontent over the new law. 反对党试图利用公众对新法律的不满情绪。OBJsuccess, opportunity, potential SYNtake advantage of sth[v + prep]