Beneficially: meaning, definitions and examples

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beneficially

 

[ ˌbenɪˈfɪʃəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a helpful or advantageous manner

Beneficially is used to describe something that is done in a way that is helpful or advantageous. It indicates a positive impact or outcome.

Synonyms

advantageously, helpfully, positively.

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Word Description / Examples
beneficially

This entry is a duplicate; see the first entry for 'beneficially'.

advantageously

Use when something provides a benefit or advantage in a specific situation, often in a strategic or competitive context.

  • She positioned herself advantageously in the race to win first place
helpfully

Use to describe an action that assists someone or makes a situation easier.

  • He helpfully offered to carry her bags up the stairs
positively

Use when referring to something that has a good effect, often with a sense of affirmation or optimism.

  • His words impacted the audience positively, leaving them inspired and motivated

Examples of usage

  • Exercising regularly can contribute beneficially to your overall health.
  • She decided to invest in the stock market to grow her wealth beneficially.
  • The new policies were implemented beneficially to improve the company's performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "beneficially" in other languages:

🇵🇹 beneficialmente

🇮🇳 लाभकारी रूप से

🇩🇪 vorteilhaft

🇮🇩 secara menguntungkan

🇺🇦 корисно

🇵🇱 korzystnie

🇯🇵 有益に (ゆうえきに)

🇫🇷 bénéfiquement

🇪🇸 beneficiosamente

🇹🇷 yararlı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 유익하게 (yuikage)

🇸🇦 بشكل مفيد (bishakl mufid)

🇨🇿 prospěšně

🇸🇰 prospešne

🇨🇳 有益地 (yǒuyì de)

🇸🇮 koristno

🇮🇸 gagnlega

🇰🇿 пайдасы мол (paydasy mol)

🇬🇪 სასარგებლოდ (sasargeblod)

🇦🇿 faydalı şəkildə

🇲🇽 beneficiosamente

Etymology

The word beneficially has its origins in the Middle English period, derived from the Old French word 'beneficial'. The suffix -ly was added to form the adverb form. Over time, the word has been used to emphasize the positive impact or advantage of certain actions or situations. It has been commonly used in various contexts to highlight the beneficial aspects of a particular situation.

See also: beneficial, beneficiary, benefit, benefits.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,551, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.