PROFITABILITY Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

profitability

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as in desirability

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Recent Examples of profitability The film’s production budget netted out to a rather modest $38 million, giving it a much easier pathway to theatrical profitability than Depp’s previous mega-budget tentpoles. — J. Kim Murphy, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2026 Deflation and weak corporate profitability are already eroding China’s fiscal revenues, which have basically been flat in nominal terms since 2019. — Oliver Melton, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2026 At the heart of every business lies an engine that drives revenue, profitability and customer engagement. — David Osborne, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026 Earnings per share serves as a crucial metric for evaluating corporate profitability, with some analysts noting that market focus on earnings per share far outweighs that on free cash flow. — CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026 Growth is accelerating, profitability is strengthening significantly, and the impact of Beauty Reimagined is becoming increasingly evident across our business. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026 Insurers may be reassessing the profitability of their participation in the marketplace as people unenroll, KFF suggested. — ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026 But while many women are high-achievers at their jobs, not enough of them are owning the profitability side of business. — Jane Miller, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026 In credit markets, that could mean a growing divide between borrowers with credible paths to cash flow and those whose projects depend on more optimistic assumptions about future demand and profitability. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2026

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While the state did not make the top tier for lowest crime, both cities are seen as safer than many major coastal counterparts, contributing to their overall desirability.

— Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2026
The shift away from promotional activity, the exec noted, has also been pivotal in maintaining its growth streak, with the company leaning more on building brand equity and desirability.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of desirability

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Mazda and racing partnerships OpenAI is testing its models with industry partners to evaluate their usefulness in real engineering environments.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
The same technology might eventually support searches for missing people, although Astro's usefulness still needs to be demonstrated during actual police operations.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of usefulness

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Paeans to matters of the flesh — birthmarks, necks, genitals, odors, butt hair, the asymmetry of noses — accumulate thrilling details without worrying overmuch about expedience.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026
That’s a multi-year explanation disguised as the expedience of the half-hour rush that came Monday.

— Sam McDowell Updated March 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Mar. 2026

Definition of expedience

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In early February 2026 Caine expressed concerns about initiating a war with Iran, pointing out the risks of a long-term conflict without offering guidance on the advisability of going to war.

— L. Sue Baugh, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 May 2026
The authors were careful to say that their findings aren’t a blanket endorsement of PSA screening and that men should consult with their doctors about the advisability of the test.

— Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 14 May 2026

Definition of advisability

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Handcrafted from Styrofoam, wool, and iron, the whimsical set of four holders combines seasonal charm with practicality.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2026
One nice practicality Lectric has included here is a nifty pair of parking brake locks.

— Loz Blain October 26, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026

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