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lu·cra·tive

lucrative

 
 
pronunciation:
lu kr tihv
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part of speech: adjective
definition: producing monetary gain; profitable.
Online matchmaking can be a lucrative business.They hoped that their son would enter some lucrative profession.
synonyms:
gainful, moneymaking, profitable, remunerative
antonyms:
unprofitable
similar words:
advantageous, fruitful, worthwhile
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derivations: lucratively (adv.), lucrativeness (n.)