Gainfully: meaning, definitions and examples
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gainfully
[ ˈɡeɪnfəli ]
employment
In a manner that brings profit or advantage.
Synonyms
advantageously, beneficially, profitably.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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gainfully |
This word is used mainly in the context of employment or one's occupation, indicating that the work provides adequate remuneration.
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profitably |
This word is used when talking about financial gain or making a profit, usually in a business or investment context.
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advantageously |
This word is used when talking about a situation or decision that provides a benefit or an edge, often in a broader sense such as deals, positions, or strategies.
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beneficially |
Use this word when referring to actions, situations, or conditions that are good for someone or something.
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Examples of usage
- She worked gainfully as a freelance writer.
- The company aims to employ individuals gainfully.
employment
Having secure and well-paid employment.
Synonyms
lucrative, profitable, remunerative.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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gainfully |
This word is commonly used to describe employment that provides financial earnings in a satisfactory way. It is often seen in the context of job satisfaction and stability.
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lucrative |
Use this word when referring to an opportunity, job, or investment that generates a significant amount of money or profit. It often implies high financial rewards.
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remunerative |
This term is used to describe jobs or activities that pay well. It has a formal tone and is often used in professional or business contexts.
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profitable |
This word is used when referring to a business, venture, or activity that generates a profit, typically related to financial gain and success.
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Examples of usage
- He found gainful employment at the new company.
- She was eager to secure a gainful position.
Translations
Translations of the word "gainfully" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lucrativamente
🇮🇳 लाभप्रद तरीके से
🇩🇪 gewinnbringend
🇮🇩 dengan menguntungkan
🇺🇦 прибутково
🇵🇱 zyskownie
🇯🇵 儲かるように
🇫🇷 de manière lucrative
🇪🇸 de manera rentable
🇹🇷 kârlı olarak
🇰🇷 수익성 있게
🇸🇦 بشكل مربح
🇨🇿 ziskově
🇸🇰 ziskovo
🇨🇳 有利地
🇸🇮 donosno
🇮🇸 á arðbæran hátt
🇰🇿 пайдалы түрде
🇬🇪 მომგებიანად
🇦🇿 faydalı şəkildə
🇲🇽 de manera rentable
Etymology
The word 'gainfully' originated from the combination of 'gain' and the suffix '-ful', which denotes 'full of' or 'characterized by'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century. The term emphasizes the aspect of profitability and advantage in various contexts, especially related to employment and financial activities.
See also: gain, gainful, gainfulness, gaining, regain, ungainly.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #24,829, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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