gainful
English
editAlternative forms
edit- gainfull (archaic)
Etymology 1
editFrom gain (“against, contrary”) + -ful.
Adjective
editgainful (comparative more gainful, superlative most gainful)
- Contrary.
- Disposed to taking advantage of.
- Troublesome; fractious; hard to handle.
Etymology 2
editFrom gain (“profit, foredeal”) + -ful.
Adjective
editgainful (comparative more gainful, superlative most gainful)
- Providing gain; profitable.
- How can we find gainful employment with dignity for the uneducated?
Derived terms
editTranslations
editProviding gain; profitable
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