Meaning
Yielding a significant financial return or advantage; characterized by the capacity to generate profit, often assessed in the context of business ventures, investments, or economic activities where benefits outweigh costs.
💡 The term "profitable" is often misused in contexts where benefits are not strictly financial; it is crucial to specify the type of profit being discussed, as "profitable" can imply both monetary gain and broader advantages.
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highly profitable venture
profitable investment strategy
profitable business model
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