BANKABLE Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

bankable

adjective

Definition of bankable

as in profitable

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Recent Examples of bankable Moreover, studios rely on franchises and bankable stars to drive value across the company, not just on the big screen. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026 Despite being one of the most bankable movie stars in history, Tom Cruise’s love life is reportedly a total flop. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 28 Sep. 2026 For months now, Gauff has been an increasingly bankable force in the game. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 The action vet remains among the most bankable stars, but Shelter also underwhelmed recently. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bankable

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Adjective

Maeda said that Rakuten Medical’s Japan branch is profitable, though the global entity operates at a loss due to high research spending.

— Angelica Ang, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026
Lionel Mestre, partner at French private equity firm Weinberg Capital Partners, told CNBC his firm still focuses on profitable defense businesses with established products, customers and positive cash flow, rather than early-stage startups.

— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of profitable

Adjective

Supporting and investing in local sportsmen and women, clubs, leagues and venues is the key to ensuring the region develops lucrative sports ecosystems that create meaningful opportunities.

— Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Ten million families lost their homes to foreclosure, but Wall Street bankers continued to receive their lucrative bonuses and wealthy investors got richer as the policies boosted the stock market.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of lucrative

Adjective

McGuane had remunerative dalliances with ’70s Hollywood, selling screenplays and hobnobbing with the inebriate tranche of the A-list.

— Ryan Chapman, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2026
These findings meaningfully raise the odds of either a massive settlement and licensing deal or, failing that, a Times victory at trial that would be catastrophic for the defendants and enormously remunerative for the plaintiff.

— Michael Khouw, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of remunerative

Adjective

The desire to tap into the economic benefits is among factors driving new investments, especially in sports infrastructure, in Kenya and Uganda.

— Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Strong cybersecurity becomes an economic advantage, attracting investment, supporting growth, and kicking off a virtuous cycle that further strengthens defenses.

— Michael Miebach, Time, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of economic

Adjective

But gainful employment and truly gainful employment — that is, with more pay and status — are two different things.

— Joel Mathis, TheWeek, 7 Oct. 2026
The move by the shop owner launched a flurry of online discourse about the tripod-wielding gaggle of usually young, almost always female influencers who parade their phones around in the hopes of building, or nurturing, a gainful following.

— Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of gainful

Adjective

Baugh’s decision to sign with Georgia’s fiercest rival adds a juicy subplot to Saturday’s showdown, even within a family featuring some Bulldogs’ backers.

— Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2026
The crispy coating had that perfect, satisfying crunch, giving way to juicy meat packed with salt and seasoning without being overly greasy.

— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of juicy

Adjective

The non-paying Bellum was already under investigation at the time by the California Labor Commission for alleged nonpayment to former workers – including ex-cops and FBI agents who appeared as experts on the company’s shows.

— Dominic Patten, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026
The mini model is the free version available for non-paying subscribers.

— Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2026

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