English · Work & Business
benefit
/ˈben.ɪ.fɪt/
[/ˈben.ɪ.fɪt/]
advantage, perk
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An advantage or profit gained from something. At work, it also means extra services like health insurance.
Example
The job offers good benefits, including health insurance and four weeks of paid holiday.
The job offers good benefits, including health insurance and four weeks of paid holiday.
Etymology
From Latin 'benefactum' (good deed), via Old French 'bienfait'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for general advantages and for employment perks; also a verb.