Benefiting: meaning, definitions and examples

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benefiting

 

[ ˈbɛnɪfɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

action of gaining

Benefiting refers to the act of receiving an advantage or profit from something. This can be in the form of financial gain, personal improvement, or gaining from experiences. The term is often used in discussions about investments, health, education, and social welfare. For instance, individuals may benefit from educational programs that enhance their skills and employability.

Synonyms

advantage, gaining, profiting, reaping.

Examples of usage

  • Many students are benefiting from the new scholarship program.
  • She is benefiting from her participation in the workshop.
  • The community is benefiting greatly from the new park facilities.

Translations

Translations of the word "benefiting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 beneficiando

🇮🇳 लाभान्वित होना

🇩🇪 profitieren

🇮🇩 menguntungkan

🇺🇦 отримуючи вигоду

🇵🇱 korzystając

🇯🇵 利益を得る

🇫🇷 bénéficiant

🇪🇸 beneficiando

🇹🇷 yararlanmak

🇰🇷 이익을 얻다

🇸🇦 يستفيد

🇨🇿 těžící

🇸🇰 získavajúci

🇨🇳 受益

🇸🇮 koristiti

🇮🇸 hagnast

🇰🇿 пайда алатын

🇬🇪 სარგებლის მიღება

🇦🇿 faydalanmaq

🇲🇽 beneficiando

Etymology

The word 'benefit' originates from the Latin word 'beneficium,' meaning a service or favor. This term evolved through Old French into the Middle English 'benefit,' which incorporated both the sense of assistance and financial aid. Initially used in the context of religious and charitable acts, the term later broadened to encompass various forms of advantage or profit gained from different areas of life. By the 14th century, the word was associated with any kind of favorable outcome, including financial profits from business endeavors. The modern sense of the verb 'to benefit' has solidified its place in discussions ranging from economics to health, emphasizing the positive impact of specific actions or investments.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,137, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.