💰profit

noun, verb
/ˈprɒfɪt/

Meaning

financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent
money that is earned in trade or business after paying costs

Example Sentences

The company made a huge profit this quarter.

The company made a significant profit this quarter.

Example Expressions

turn a profit

Synonyms

gain, earnings, revenue, income, benefit
Entry 1
gain, earnings, revenue, income, benefit
Entry 2
earnings, gain, income, revenue

Antonyms

loss, deficit, debt, expense
Entry 1
loss, deficit, debt
Entry 2
loss, deficit, expense

Collocations

make a profit, earn profit, profit margin, net profit, gross profit, make profit
Entry 1
make a profit, earn profit, profit margin, net profit
Entry 2
net profit, gross profit, profit margin, make profit

More Example Sentences

He risked losing his job for a quick profit.

We need to consider which one is more profitable in the long term.

Which is more important - business profit or social responsibility?

Many believe the drug patent system prioritizes profit over public health.

This investment may seem expensive now, but it will be profitable within five years.

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