benefit

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/ˈbɛn.ɪ.fɪt/ English

Definitions

noun

An advantage; help or aid from something.“It was for her benefit. His benefit was free beer.”
A payment made in accordance with an insurance policy or a public assistance scheme.
An event such as a performance, given to raise funds for some cause.
Beneficence; liberality

verb

To be or to provide a benefit to.
To receive a benefit (from); to be a beneficiary.

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Synonyms

advantage aid assistance boon foredeal help subsidy batten behoove do good gain welfare profit beneficiary beneficial behalf favor facilitate

Antonyms

detriment disadvantage encumbrance harm hindrance nuisance obstacle malefic

Associated

reimbursement pension benefits concert charities sick insurance screening doubt salary paid eligible

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