Gainful Meaning

/ɡˈeɪnfəl/
C1

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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adjContrary.

adjDisposed to taking advantage of.

She found a gainful employment opportunity online.
The gainful experience helped him build his resume.
The program helps disabled adults find gainful employment.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She left her volunteer job to find ____ employment that paid well.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The government launched a new program to help young people find ____ employment in the technology sector.

From gain (“against, contrary”) + -ful.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
She left her volunteer job to find ____ employment that paid well.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The government launched a new program to help young people find ____ employment in the technology sector.

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