BENEFICIAL Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

beneficial

adjective

ˌbe-nə-ˈfi-shəl

Definition of beneficial

as in favorable

promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being tutoring can often be as beneficial and rewarding for the tutor as for the student receiving the help

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Recent Examples of beneficial Additionally, fiber is key for gut health, acting as a prebiotic that feeds beneficial gut bacteria and promotes regular bowel movements. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 26 July 2026 The team wanted flexibility, both financially and in length, but also found the concept mutually beneficial. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 24 July 2026 Universally beloved, eggs are packed with nutrients such as protein, minerals, and choline, which are good for the brain, as well as antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. — Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 23 July 2026 Adding fiber-rich foods like oats, chia seeds, and berries to meals can nourish beneficial gut bacteria and support regular bowel movements. — Jennifer Klump, Verywell Health, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for beneficial

Recent Examples of Synonyms for beneficial

Adjective

India’s busiest wedding and festive season typically runs from October to April, timed with auspicious dates and favorable weather.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
The new district snakes up through Kansas City’s urban core, in an attempt to create a district more favorable for Republicans in the 5th District.

— Jack Harvel July 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026

Definition of favorable

Adjective

Anyone with information helpful to investigators is asked to call Detective Corporal Alan Cintas at 949-715-1262.

— City News Service, Oc Register, 24 July 2026
Some followers wish the company would decrease the number of promos interspersed among the helpful injury updates.

— Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 24 July 2026

Definition of helpful

Adjective

Food that’s still good, but not for human consumption, is sent to local animal rescues and farms.

— Zuri Primos July 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
The Horned Frogs’ offensive line did a good job of creating holes for running backs Jeremy Payne and Landon Walker.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026

Definition of good

Adjective

The question now for parent company Comcast is whether the streaming service can remain profitable amid an ever-changing sports broadcasting landscape.

— Nicole Kraft, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Instead, unions will have to build the case that corporate investments in pro-worker AI can benefit both labor and management, making the former more productive and the latter more profitable.

— Daron Acemoglu, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026