CEFR B1

profited

noun

Meaning

A financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent in buying, operating, or producing something.

Examples

The shop's profit margin has decreased due to rising costs.
They aim to maximize profit while maintaining product quality.

Synonyms: gain, earnings, return, proceeds

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profited (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈprɒfɪt/

Definition

A financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent in buying, operating, or producing something.

Examples

The shop's profit margin has decreased due to rising costs.
They aim to maximize profit while maintaining product quality.
A significant portion of the profit will be reinvested into research and development.

How to Use profited

profit from (prepositional phrase): To gain an advantage or benefit from a situation or action. — "Many people profited from the booming real estate market."
in profit (collocation): Having made more money than was spent. — "After years of losses, the company is finally in profit."

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