gain
Definition
- n. the amount by which the revenue of a business exceeds its cost of operating
- v. obtain advantages, such as points, etc.
- v. increase or develop
- v. earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages
Word forms
- Past participle
- gained
- Past tense
- gained
- Present participle
- gaining
- Third person singular
- gains
Example sentences
n.
The company reported a significant gain in profits this quarter.
vt.
She worked hard to gain a promotion at her job.
vi.
If you keep saving money, your savings will gain over time.
n.
The gain in sound quality was noticeable after the upgrade.