Gain: meaning, definitions and examples

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gain

 

[ ɡeɪn ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

financial

To obtain or secure something desired, especially as a result of effort or action.

Synonyms

achieve, acquire, attain, obtain

Examples of usage

  • I hope to gain a promotion at work.
  • She gained the trust of her colleagues through hard work.
  • The company gained a significant market share after the new product launch.
Context #2 | Noun

fitness

An increase in size, weight, or amount.

Synonyms

advance, boost, growth, increase

Examples of usage

  • She noticed a gain in muscle mass after following a strict workout routine.
  • The athlete's diet resulted in a noticeable weight gain.
  • Our efforts led to a gain in overall strength and endurance.

Translations

Translations of the word "gain" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ganho

🇮🇳 लाभ

🇩🇪 Gewinn

🇮🇩 keuntungan

🇺🇦 прибуток

🇵🇱 zysk

🇯🇵 利益 (りえき)

🇫🇷 gain

🇪🇸 ganancia

🇹🇷 kazanç

🇰🇷 이익 (利益)

🇸🇦 ربح

🇨🇿 zisk

🇸🇰 zisk

🇨🇳 收益 (shōuyì)

🇸🇮 dobiček

🇮🇸 hagnaður

🇰🇿 пайда

🇬🇪 მოგება

🇦🇿 gəlir

🇲🇽 ganancia

Etymology

The word 'gain' originated from the Old French word 'gagner', meaning 'to win'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. Over time, 'gain' has evolved to encompass various meanings related to obtaining, increasing, or achieving something desired. The word has been commonly used in financial, fitness, and general contexts to signify progress or improvement.

See also: gainful, gainfully, gainfulness, gaining, regain, ungainly.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,361, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.