The most straightforward job of the shareholder is to provide funds. In practice, however, it isnât straightforward at all. Corporations do need capital to invest in growth, but they donât get it in aggregate from shareholders.
Noun. 1. understatement-a statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said. statement-a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc; according to his statement he was in London on that day.
1. Choose the correct understatement definition from the following statements: A. Saying something under oneâs breath so that no one can understand it. B. Describing a situation in weaker terms than might be expected, thereby minimizing it. C. Expressing something in an exaggerated way to impress others.