benefit meaning and definition

BENEFIT noun

Definition of benefit (noun)

1. financial assistance in time of need
2. something that aids or promotes well-being
   • "for the benefit of all"
   • synonyms: welfare
3. a performance to raise money for a charitable cause

BENEFIT verb

Definition of benefit (verb)

1. derive a benefit from
   • "She profited from his vast experience"
   • synonyms: gain, profit
2. be beneficial for
   • "This will do you good"
   • synonyms: do good