GAIN


Meaning of GAIN in English

I. noun

Synonyms: profit , earnings, lucre, proceeds, return

Related Word: cut, rake-off, share, take, winnings; ice

Antonyms: loss

II. verb

1.

to arrive at a goal, point, or end

gained success in the theater

Synonyms: accomplish, achieve, attain, rack up, reach, realize, score, win

Related Word: complete, consummate, fulfill, perfect, produce; succeed

Contrasted words: falter, flop, flounder, flunk, lose

2.

Synonyms: improve 3, ameliorate, convalesce, look up, mend, perk (up), recuperate

Related Word: invigorate, renew, strengthen; cure, heal, remedy

3.

Synonyms: earn 1, acquire, bring in, ||drag down, draw down, get, knock down, make, win

4.

Synonyms: get 1, acquire, annex, have, land, obtain, pick up, procure, secure, win

Antonyms: lose

5.

Synonyms: clear 6, clean up, make, net

Antonyms: lose

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