English / word
profit
noun, verb B2MEANING IN ENGLISH
financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent in buying, operating, or producing something; or to obtain a financial advantage or benefit; money that is earned in trade or business after paying costs
financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent
In context
01
The company reported a substantial increase in annual profit.
02
The company made a significant profit this quarter.
Synonyms
gain,surplus,income
Antonyms
loss,deficit,expense
Collocations
make a profit,net profit,gross profit
Verb forms
Past: profited · Past participle: profited · -ing: profiting