profit
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- noun
- /ˈprɒfɪt/
- Balancing the respect for the prior owner and profit is really important.
- potential for profit
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- But you know, the profit is in the disparity of opinions.
- I think it's just like there is, there is profit in all labor.
Examples
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All he really cares about is profit.
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If you can rent it out and make a profit, fantastic.
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And, and everything seems to go against profit and the goals of these industries.
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Because it's not just about profit.
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They value money and profit over human lives.
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So you know there has to be some level of profit that's acceptable and appropriate.
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Fortunately, U.S.-based businesses are beginning to recognize the profit potential of clean-energy alternatives.
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The charity's programs produced a profit that was used to help the community.
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She invested time in learning new skills, and the profit was her increased confidence.
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After analyzing the data, they found that implementing sustainable practices led to a profit for the environment.
Synonyms
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An advantage that gives you more money or success
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3.9
The amount of money a business keeps after paying its costs
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How much a business, project, or idea makes money and gives benefit
Something that gives a better chance of success
Antonyms
Compounds
- Specialized
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3.6
Difference between the cost to make or buy something and its selling price shown as a percent
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The money left from sales after taking away the cost to make goods, before other costs like rent or taxes
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A report that shows how much money a company made and spent during a period
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The amount of money a company keeps from sales after paying for goods, shown as a percent of sales
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A report made at the end of a business year that shows its profit or loss
How Beneficial
Surface Forms
Etymology
Profit comes from Latin parts pro- 'forward' and facere 'to make', so it has always carried the idea of an advantage or gain. That's why profit can mean any benefit or good result for someone.