Gainful — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Gainful
Gainful (adjective)
- productive of gain, profitable
Gainful (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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yielding a profit
"graduated from school and went looking for gainful employment"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Gainful
The most common words with a similar meaning to Gainful:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Gainful
Words with the opposite meaning of Gainful:
Near Antonyms of Gainful
Word Forms of Gainful
Derived words: gainfully (adverb), gainfulness (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Gainful
gain:1 + -ful:1
First known use: 1553
Frequently Asked Questions about Gainful
What does "Gainful" mean?
"Gainful" means productive of gain, profitable. As an adjective, it is defined as: productive of gain, profitable.
What is another word for "Gainful"?
Other words for "Gainful" include economic, fat, juicy, lucrative, money-spinning, moneymaking, paying and profitable. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Gainful" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Gainful"?
There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Gainful". Common alternatives include economic, fat, juicy, lucrative, money-spinning, moneymaking, paying, profitable and remunerative.
What is the opposite of "Gainful"?
Antonyms of "Gainful" include unprofitable. Near antonyms include disadvantageous and unfavorable.
How do you use "Gainful" in a sentence?
Examples of "Gainful" in a sentence: "graduated from school and went looking for gainful employment".
Is "Gainful" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Gainful" is an adjective.
How do you pronounce "Gainful"?
"Gainful" is pronounced /ˈgān-fəl/ and divided into syllables as gain·ful.
What is the origin of the word "Gainful"?
"Gainful" comes from gain:1 + -ful:1. First known use: 1553.