remunerative - Master This Word
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remunerative Word Meanings
- providing financial reward
- profitable or lucrative
- offering compensation for work or services
remunerative Example Sentences
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remunerative Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/rɪˈmjunərətɪv/
US
/rɪˈmjunərɪtɪv/
remunerative Word Etymology
Root: re- (again) + munerare (to reward). Historical origin: Latin → Old French → English. Memory image: Picture a job where you earn money not just once, but repeatedly, highlighting the joyful expectation whenever payment arrives.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
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Remunerative is an adjective used to describe work, roles, or arrangements that provide money in return for labor. In everyday speech, it signals that a job is financially rewarding, possibly with a high salary, good benefits, or lucrative opportunities, rather than just meeting basic needs. The term emphasizes payment as a positive incentive and can be used for positions that attract skilled applicants or projects that pay well. While not identical to 'profitable' or 'lucrative' in every context, a remunerative opportunity typically offers meaningful compensation for effort, time, and skills. Learners should note that casual, low-paying gigs are rarely described as remunerative.
Usage Reminders
- 1) Use remunerative for jobs with clear financial rewards. 2) Not every well-paid gig is remunerative—consider stability and fairness. 3) Pair with nouns like opportunity, role, or contract. 4) Distinguish from profitable, which focuses on overall gain. 5) Avoid overusing in casual speech; reserve for meaningful, value-for-money roles.
Common Misconceptions
- Remunerative means the job pays the highest salary possible.
- Any paid gig is remunerative.
- Remunerative is the same as profitable for any business context.
- If a job is remunerative, it will always be easy.
- Remunerative only applies to full-time positions.
Thinking Differences
Learners think of remuneration as a straightforward salary figure; English often swaps between 'remunerative' and 'lucrative' based on nuance. Learners may overextend to mean 'the best paying' or confuse with profitability in business contexts.
Learning Tips
- Learn the nuance: remunerative emphasizes fair, worthwhile compensation.
- Pair with role/position: remunerative role, remunerative contract.
- Contrast with profitable when referring to long-term gain.
- Watch for tone: more formal, business-like than casual pay.
- Use in professional writing to describe well-compensated opportunities.
- Practice by evaluating real job offers for remuneration vs. perks.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the definition of 'remunerative'?
A.Unprofitable or disadvantageous
B.Simple or plain
C.Providing a financial reward
D.Boring or dull
Step 2: Usage
Choose the correct usage of 'remunerative' in a sentence.
A.Her job at the bookstore is quite remunerative for her.
B.He found a remunerative way to express his creativity.
C.The volunteer work is a remunerative experience for everyone involved.
D.Running is a remunerative activity, especially if you enjoy it.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym for 'remunerative'?
A.Tedious
B.Rewarding
C.Insufficient
D.Unrewarding
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is an antonym for 'remunerative'?
A.Profitable
B.Lucrative
C.Unrewarding
D.Advantageous
Step 5: Mastery
In what context could 'remunerative' be used properly?
A.Searching for a remunerative position is crucial for financial stability.
B.You might think about a summer job that pays well.
C.Many people prefer jobs that are engaging rather than just paying high.
D.She chose not to take any jobs that paid less than she needed.
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