Definition

The ability of a business or investment to earn more money than it spends.

Example

The company's profitability improved after they reduced their costs.

Conversation

Have you thought about the profitability of starting your own business?

Yeah, I've been researching it a lot lately.

It's interesting to see how profitability can vary by industry.

Absolutely! Some fields have much higher potential than others.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Profitability → It is formed from "profit" (from Old French *profit*, meaning benefit or gain) and "-ability" (meaning the quality of being able to). The word "profitability" refers to the quality of being able to generate a profit or gain.

Memory Tip

Think of 'profit' as a benefit or gain, and '-ability' as the quality of being able to achieve that gain. This helps you remember that profitability is about the ability to make a profit.

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