Lucrative
ˈluːkrətɪv
Definitions
Producing a great deal of profit; profitable.
ˈluːkrətɪv
Producing a great deal of profit.
The real estate deal turned out to be highly lucrative.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're selling lemonade, and everyone's buying it! If your lemonade stand makes a lot of money, it's a lucrative business. It means you're making a good profit!
👶 For kids: Making a lot of money.
More Examples
She found a lucrative career in the tech industry.
He's looking for a more lucrative job.
How It's Used
"The merger proved to be a lucrative venture for both companies."
"Investing in the stock market can be a lucrative way to grow your wealth."
From Latin *lucrativus*, meaning "gainful" or "profitable", derived from *lucrum*, meaning "profit".
Used since the 17th century, initially to describe activities related to profit and gain, particularly in trade and commerce.
Memory tip
Think "luck + creative" to get more profit.