beneficial (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəl/

Definition

Having a helpful or good effect.

Examples

• A balanced diet is beneficial to your body.

• The new policy will be beneficial to local businesses.

• Getting enough sleep can be very beneficial for your mood.

How to Use beneficial

beneficial to (prepositional phrase)

Having a positive effect on someone or something. — "A good education is beneficial to a person's future."

Synonyms of beneficial

Words with a similar meaning to beneficial:

• useful
• helpful
• advantageous
• positive

Antonyms of beneficial

Words with the opposite meaning to beneficial:

• harmful
• detrimental

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