Lucrative — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Lucrative
Lucrative (adjective)
- producing wealth, profitable
Lucrative (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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yielding a profit
"the new manager's mission was to turn the failing store into a lucrative operation"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Lucrative
The most common words with a similar meaning to Lucrative:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Lucrative
Words with the opposite meaning of Lucrative:
Near Antonyms of Lucrative
Word Forms of Lucrative
Derived words: lucratively (adverb), lucrativeness (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Lucrative
Middle English lucratif "productive of money, gainful," borrowed from Middle French & Late Latin; Middle French, borrowed from Late Latin lucrātīvus, going back to Latin, "(of time, activity) valuable, profitable," "(in law) serving to enrich a person without cost," from lucrātus, past participle of lucrārī "to acquire as profit, gain" (derivative of lucrum "material gain, profit") + -īvus -ive lucre
First known use: 15th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Lucrative
What does "Lucrative" mean?
"Lucrative" means producing wealth, profitable. As an adjective, it is defined as: producing wealth, profitable.
What is another word for "Lucrative"?
Other words for "Lucrative" include economic, fat, gainful, juicy, money-spinning, moneymaking, paying and profitable. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Lucrative" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Lucrative"?
There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Lucrative". Common alternatives include economic, fat, gainful, juicy, money-spinning, moneymaking, paying, profitable and remunerative.
What is the opposite of "Lucrative"?
Antonyms of "Lucrative" include unprofitable. Near antonyms include disadvantageous and unfavorable.
How do you use "Lucrative" in a sentence?
Examples of "Lucrative" in a sentence: "the new manager's mission was to turn the failing store into a lucrative operation".
Is "Lucrative" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Lucrative" is an adjective.
How do you pronounce "Lucrative"?
"Lucrative" is pronounced /ˈlü-krə-tiv/ and divided into syllables as lu·cra·tive.
What is the origin of the word "Lucrative"?
"Lucrative" comes from Middle English lucratif "productive of money, gainful," borrowed from Middle French & Late Latin; Middle French, borrowed from Late Latin lucrātīvus, going back to Latin, "(of time, activity) valuable, profitable," "(in law) serving to enrich a person without cost," from lucrātus, past participle of lucrārī "to acquire as profit, gain" (derivative of lucrum "material gain, profit") + -īvus -ive lucre. First known use: 15th century.