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Benefit

Verb / ˈbenʌfɪt / Another word for benefit — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A benefit is something that helps you or gives you an advantage.

Synonyms & similar words

profit dogood welfare gain advantage perk bonus merit favor pros good asset boon usefulness utility profit gain reward help convenience assistance service improvement betterment

Synonyms by register

Formal

advantage gain profit utility service

Informal

plus perk goodie boon

Literary

boon blessing grace

Antonyms

detriment disadvantage harm loss injury damage drawback

Common collocations

  • mutual benefit
  • health benefit
  • social benefit
  • financial benefit
  • clear benefit
  • primary benefit
  • long-term benefit
  • tangible benefit

Word family

noun benefit
verb benefit
adjective beneficial

Usage note

While 'benefit' can be used as a verb, it is more commonly used as a noun. Ensure correct preposition usage, such as 'benefit from'.

Example sentences

  1. My mom says that eating fruits and vegetables is a benefit to my health.
  2. Going to school every day will benefit you in the future.
  3. Volunteering at the animal shelter is a benefit to the community.
  4. Exercising regularly can benefit your mental health.
  5. The benefit of living in the city is that there are many job opportunities.

Quotes

  • The greatest benefit of meditation is that it helps you become yourself.
  • Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.
  • The benefits of education and of useful knowledge, generally diffused through a community, are essential to the preservation of a free government.

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