English · Work & Business
lucrative
/ˈluː.krə.tɪv/
[/ˈluː.krə.tɪv/]
producing a lot of profit
Advancedadjective
Definition
Something lucrative produces a great deal of money or profit. Speakers weigh lucrative options against meaningful ones.
Example
It turned out to be a surprisingly lucrative venture.
It turned out to be a surprisingly lucrative venture.
Etymology
From Latin 'lucrativus', from 'lucrum', meaning gain.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to describe highly profitable ventures.