Benefit
An advantage, help, or profit gained from something; a positive result that improves a situation.
nounBenefit
An advantage, help, or profit gained from something; a positive result that improves a situation.
nounImagine This
Picture opening a benefits packet at a new job: health insurance card, retirement plan statements, and extra vacation days appear as floating shields that protect you and improve your daily life.
Sounds Like
BEN-uh-fit
Looks Like
bene + fit (two morphemes: bene = good, fit = suitable; visually resembles 'benefit')
Remember This
Originates from Latin beneficium 'a favor, service' from bene 'well' + facere 'to do'. The idea is something that does good or provides assistance.
Other Forms
Connect With
advantage, profit, gain, boon, perk
Note
Use as a noun to indicate an advantage or repayment; as a verb, 'to benefit' means to gain or help. Common phrases include 'benefit from,' 'benefit of,' and 'for the benefit of.' Distinguish from related terms like 'benefactor' (giver) and 'beneficiary' (receiver).
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