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benefit

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈbɛnɪfɪt/

KK: /ˈbɛnɪfɪt/

intransitive verb
Definition

To receive an advantage or profit from something.


Example

You will benefit from her good example.


Tense Forms

Past: benefited

Past Participle: benefited


Conversation
Sloth A
I really think you will benefit from joining that book club.
Sloth B
Yeah, I've heard it's a great way to meet new people.
Sloth A
Plus, you’ll get to discuss interesting books with others.
Sloth B
That sounds fun! I would love to benefit from that experience.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gain
profit
advantage
Antonyms
lose
suffer
detract
noun
Definition

Something that provides an advantage or helps improve a situation; it can also refer to a payment or service provided to someone, often related to work or insurance.


Example

The new policy will provide many benefits to employees, including health insurance and paid time off.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about the workshop next week?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think it will be really beneficial for our skills.
Sloth A
Exactly! I believe the benefit will be worth the time we spend there.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To provide an advantage or improvement to someone or something.


Example

The new policy will benefit all employees by providing better health insurance.


Tense Forms

Past: benefited

Past Participle: benefited


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how volunteering can really benefit the community?
Sloth B
Definitely! It’s great to give back and make a difference.
Sloth A
I agree, and it also benefits our own personal growth.
Root Explanation

Benefit → It is formed from "bene" (meaning well) and "facere" (meaning to do or make). The word refers to something that is done well or provides good results.

Memory Tip

Think of 'doing well' ('bene') to remember that a benefit is something that provides good or positive results.

Visually Confused Words
rebenefit
befit
prebenefit
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Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
advantage
profit
gain
Antonyms
disadvantage
loss
harm
Sloth B
Exactly! It teaches us so much about empathy and teamwork.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
aid
assist
support
Antonyms
hinder
impede
obstruct