beneficial  /ˌbɛ nə ˈfɪ ʃəl/ ? Meaning of "beneficial"

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Definition(s):

  • (adj) promoting or enhancing well-being

Usage(s):

  1. WEIL: Black tea is beneficial too; it just has a lower antioxidant content.
  2. The mere belief that something works has been shown to have modest beneficial effects.
  3. Even more intriguing, the beneficial effect seems to be long-lasting and cumulative.

Quotes

  1. "There's no question in my mind that ...... it is a very, very big move for the Kiwi economy - very big and very beneficial," Clark said.
    on Feb 25, 2008 By: Helen Clark Source: International Herald Tribune

  2. "Over the next few years we will have a consistent influx of investments. The 2014 World Cup will enable Brazil to have a modern infrastructure," Teixeira said. "In social terms will be very beneficial. Our objective is to make Brazil become...
    on Oct 30, 2005 By: Teixeira Source: 940 News

  3. "Although it has been working diligently with its lenders, the company has not been able to reach a mutually beneficial agreement to stabilize its financing," Carlyle said in a news release.
    on Mar 13, 2006 By: Carlyle Source: 940 News

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