Profits (Noun)
Meaning 1
Something won (especially money).
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
Synonyms
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Meaning 2
The excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses).
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
Examples
- The company's profits soared in the last quarter due to increased sales and reduced production costs.
- The accountant carefully calculated the profits, taking into account the depreciation of equipment and other non-cash expenses.
- The small business struggled to turn a profits in its first year of operation due to high start-up costs.
- The investors were pleased with the company's profits, which exceeded their initial projections.
- After several years of losses, the company was finally able to report significant profits, securing its financial future.