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Wordabulary

profit

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

The money a business earns after subtracting the cost of running it.

"The bakery made a small profit in its first year."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

earnings gain

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The bakery made a small _____ in its first year."

Answer: profit

In your own words, what does "profit" mean?

The money a business earns after subtracting the cost of running it.

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