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gainful

Gainful (adj) means Disposed to taking advantage of.

adj
1
Disposed to taking advantage of.
2
Troublesome; fractious; hard to handle.
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Etymology

From gain (“against, contrary”) + -ful.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of gainful?

"gainful" (adj) means disposed to taking advantage of.

What are the different meanings of gainful?

"gainful" has 2 main meanings: 1. Disposed to taking advantage of; 2. Troublesome; fractious; hard to handle.

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