benefit — an advantage or profit gained from something; a payment made by the state or an insurance scheme to someone entitled to receive it
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an advantage or profit gained from something; a payment made by the state or an insurance scheme to someone entitled to receive it
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbenɪfɪt/
Example Sentences
- The benefit of having a best friend is that they laugh at your terrible jokes.
- One major benefit of online classes? You can attend in your pajamas without anyone knowing!
- Regular exercise provides numerous benefits including improved cardiovascular health and increased energy levels.
benefit
NOUN[/ˈbenɪfɪt/]
an advantage or profit gained from something; a payment made by the state or an insurance scheme to someone entitled to receive it
Company providing employee benefits
The environmental policy delivered clear benefit for both businesses and local wildlife.
The benefit of the reforms became influential enough to create substantial social change.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'beneficium' meaning 'a favor or kindness,' derived from 'bene' (well) and 'facere' (to do). The word entered English through Old French 'benefice' in the 13th century.
Breakdown
bene- (well) + -fit (from Latin facere, to do) = benefit (something done well for someone's advantage)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“Green tea has many health benefits.”
“Children benefit from reading books.”
“He applied for unemployment benefits.”
“The partnership is for mutual benefit.”
“We can derive benefits from this new technology.”
📝Examples
“The benefit of having a best friend is that they laugh at your terrible jokes.”
“One major benefit of online classes? You can attend in your pajamas without anyone knowing!”
“Regular exercise provides numerous benefits including improved cardiovascular health and increased energy levels.”
“The new environmental policies will benefit future generations.”
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