Cool MateMeaning of Profitable
that makes or is likely to make money
In simple words: making money or being good for business
Profitable in a sentence
- a highly profitable business
- a profitable investment
- It is usually more profitable to sell direct to the public.
- The business is not really profitable enough.
- What can be done to keep the business profitable?
- confident that the venture will prove profitable
- a profitable experience
- She spent a profitable afternoon in the library.
- It was, generally, a profitable meeting.
- Some churches have found it profitable to hold services during the week.
How to use Profitable
Use 'profitable' in business contexts to describe activities, investments, or companies that generate profit. Avoid in informal conversations unless discussing financial topics.
Grammar pattern
profitable + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'profit-able' — think of a business that is able to make a profit.
Related words
Synonyms for Profitable
- rewarding
Opposites of Profitable
- unprofitable
- loss-making
- unrewarding
Common mistakes with Profitable
- Confused with 'profitless' which means not making money.
- Using it as a verb instead of an adjective.
- Incorrectly placing it before the noun instead of after.
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Frequently asked questions about Profitable
What does Profitable mean?
making money or being good for business
What is the definition of Profitable?
that makes or is likely to make money
How do you use Profitable in a sentence?
a highly profitable business
Can you give another example of Profitable?
a profitable investment
What are synonyms for Profitable?
Common alternatives include rewarding.
What is the opposite of Profitable?
Opposite meanings include unprofitable, loss-making, unrewarding.
What words go with Profitable?
It commonly pairs with appear, be, prove, extremely, fairly, very, be, find something, very, mutually, potentially.
What are common mistakes when using Profitable?
Confused with 'profitless' which means not making money. Using it as a verb instead of an adjective. Incorrectly placing it before the noun instead of after.
How do you pronounce Profitable?
US: /["/ˈprɑːfɪtəbl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈprɒfɪtəbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Profitable?
Use 'profitable' in business contexts to describe activities, investments, or companies that generate profit. Avoid in informal conversations unless discussing financial topics.
What CEFR level is Profitable?
"Profitable" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.