Remunerative: meaning, definitions and examples

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remunerative

 

[ rɪˈmjuːnərətɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

work

Providing payment or reward for work or services rendered.

Synonyms

lucrative, profitable, rewarding.

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Word Description / Examples
remunerative

Typically used in formal or business contexts to describe work or activities that provide large financial rewards.

  • She accepted the remunerative contract from the multinational company.
  • Remunerative ventures often attract seasoned investors.
lucrative

Used when referring to activities, businesses, or investments that bring in a lot of money. It carries a slightly informal tone.

  • He found a lucrative job in the tech industry.
  • Real estate can be a highly lucrative field.
profitable

Commonly used to describe any business, investment, or activity that yields profit. It is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal conversations.

  • The new clothing line has been extremely profitable.
  • Starting an online shop proved to be a profitable venture.
rewarding

Often used to describe work or activities that provide a sense of personal fulfillment, satisfaction, or non-monetary benefits.

  • Teaching can be a very rewarding profession.
  • Volunteering at the animal shelter is incredibly rewarding.

Examples of usage

  • It was a remunerative job with a high salary.
  • She found a more remunerative position at a different company.
Context #2 | Adjective

investment

Capable of producing financial gain; profitable.

Synonyms

lucrative, money-making, profitable.

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remunerative

Used primarily to express financial reward or compensation associated with a job or investment, commonly in more formal discourse.

  • Contract work can be quite remunerative if you have the right skills.
  • The investment in renewable energy sources turned out to be remunerative.
profitable

Frequently used in business contexts to describe investments, companies, or projects that yield financial gains.

  • Their new product line has been extremely profitable.
  • The company saw a profitable quarter last year.
lucrative

Commonly used to describe opportunities or ventures that generate a lot of money, often with an emphasis on high profitability.

  • He found a lucrative deal in the real estate market.
  • Starting a tech company can be very lucrative.
money-making

Informal, often used in everyday conversations to describe activities or schemes that are aimed at earning money, sometimes implying ease or lack of effort.

  • She discovered a money-making idea that quickly took off.
  • They are involved in various money-making schemes.

Examples of usage

  • The stock proved to be a remunerative investment.
  • Real estate has been a remunerative asset for many investors.

Translations

Translations of the word "remunerative" in other languages:

🇵🇹 remunerativo

🇮🇳 लाभकारी

🇩🇪 lukrativ

🇮🇩 menguntungkan

🇺🇦 прибутковий

🇵🇱 opłacalny

🇯🇵 利益のある

🇫🇷 rémunérateur

🇪🇸 remunerativo

🇹🇷 kazançlı

🇰🇷 수익성 있는

🇸🇦 مربح

🇨🇿 výnosný

🇸🇰 výnosný

🇨🇳 有报酬的

🇸🇮 dobičkonosen

🇮🇸 arðbær

🇰🇿 пайдалы

🇬🇪 სარგებლიანი

🇦🇿 gəlirli

🇲🇽 remunerativo

Etymology

The word 'remunerative' originated from the Latin word 'remuneratus', which means 'repaid' or 'rewarded'. It entered the English language in the mid-17th century. The concept of being remunerated for one's work has been a fundamental aspect of human societies throughout history, with various forms of payment evolving over time.

See also: remunerable, remuneration, remuneratively, unremunerated.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,724, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.