WordValelucrative
producing a lot of money
In more detail
1. (adjective) producing a lot of money; very profitable
2. (adjective) financially rewarding or well-paid
Examples
- 1. The tech industry has become a lucrative career path for many young professionals.
- 2. She turned her hobby into a lucrative business by selling handmade jewelry online.
How to use lucrative
Lucrative is a formal adjective used to describe ventures, jobs, or deals that generate substantial income. It emphasizes financial gain rather than just profit margins, and often carries a slightly positive or approving tone. It is commonly used in business, law, and career contexts to highlight the monetary appeal of an opportunity.
Common phrases
- lucrative business
- lucrative contract
- lucrative career
- lucrative opportunity
- highly lucrative
- financially lucrative
Synonyms
profitable · remunerative · well-paying · money-making · gainful
Opposites
unprofitable · loss-making
Word family
lucrativeness (noun) · lucratively (adverb)
A common mistake
Learners sometimes use lucrative to mean 'busy' or 'active' (confusing it with related meanings), but it strictly refers to financial gain. Also, avoid using it to describe the act of earning money itself (say 'earn money' or 'make money', not 'lucrate').
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