lucrative
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for lucrative, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Generating a lot of profit; financially rewarding.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
nonlucrative
How to use lucrative
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
lucrative deal
lucrative contract
lucrative career
highly lucrative
Etymology
From French lucratif, from Latin lucrativus ("profitable"), ultimately from lucrum, meaning "gain" or "profit."
Full origin of lucrative →Frequently asked questions
What does “lucrative” mean?
The word “lucrative” means generating a lot of profit; financially rewarding. In plain terms, describes something — usually a job, deal, or business — that makes good money.
How do you pronounce “lucrative”?
“Lucrative” is pronounced LOO-kruh-tihv (/ˈlu.kɹə.tɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “lucrative” in a sentence?
Here is “lucrative” used in a sentence: “She left teaching for a more lucrative career in finance.”
What is the opposite of “lucrative”?
The opposite of “lucrative” — its antonyms — is nonlucrative.
What part of speech is “lucrative”?
“Lucrative” is an adjective.
Where does the word “lucrative” come from?
The word “lucrative” comes from Latin. From French lucratif, from Latin lucrativus ("profitable"), ultimately from lucrum, meaning "gain" or "profit.".
Is “lucrative” a common word?
“Lucrative” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between "lucrative" and "profitable"?
Both describe something that generates profit, but "lucrative" often implies a particularly large or attractive amount of financial reward, while "profitable" simply means it earns more than it costs. A business can be profitable without being especially lucrative.
What kinds of things are typically described as "lucrative"?
"Lucrative" is commonly used to describe careers, deals, contracts, markets, or business opportunities that are financially rewarding. It focuses on the money-making potential rather than other qualities like enjoyment or ease.
Is "lucrative" a formal or everyday word?
"Lucrative" is used in both everyday and formal or business contexts, appearing naturally in casual conversation as well as financial and professional writing.
