What is another word for unprofitably?

Pronunciation: [ʌnpɹˈɒfɪtəblɪ] (IPA)

Unprofitably is an adverb that refers to doing something without being financially beneficial. The word can be replaced by other synonyms that convey similar meanings, including fruitlessly, wastefully, unproductively, ineffectively, irresponsibly and pointlessly. These synonyms are useful to express the idea of investing time, effort, or resources without receiving any returns. For example, a business venture can be described as unprofitably if it does not yield any profits or losses. Unprofitably can also be used to describe personal and academic pursuits that do not produce any meaningful results. Therefore, using synonyms for unprofitably can help writers to convey the intended meaning in a more precise and concise manner.

What are the hypernyms for Unprofitably?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for unprofitably?

The antonyms for the word "unprofitably" are profitably, advantageously, gainfully, beneficially, productively, usefully, lucratively, remuneratively, successfully, and flourishingly. These words suggest that something is being done with a positive or beneficial outcome. Profitably means that there's a surplus beyond investment or expenditure. Advantageously means that one has gained an advantage or benefit from something. Gainfully suggests that there's financial or personal benefit obtained from work. Beneficially suggests that there's a positive impact on one's wellbeing or quality of life, while Productively implies that work is done efficiently and effectively. Lucratively suggests that there's plenty of financial gain while remuneratively suggests that there's just compensation for work.

What are the antonyms for Unprofitably?

Usage examples for Unprofitably

If I have, indeed, produced any such effect by my writings, it will be a soothing reflection to me, that for once, in the course of a rather negligent life, I have been useful; that for once, by the casual exercise of a pen which has been in general but too unprofitably employed, I have awakened a cord of sympathy between the land of my fathers and the dear land that gave me birth.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
I don't know that this time was unprofitably spent; but this I know-it never requires more care and watchfulness to be preserved in a seasonable frame of spirit than when the mind is set at ease to enjoy the company of a few intimate friends.
"Memoir and Diary of John Yeardley, Minister of the Gospel"
John Yeardley
In its galleries one may spend many an hour, not unprofitably, in studying the faces of all the men and women who are famous, notorious, or infamous in connection with the history of Hanover.
"A History of the Four Georges, Volume I (of 4)"
Justin McCarthy

Famous quotes with Unprofitably

  • Our wasted oil unprofitably burns, Like hidden lamps in old sepulchral urns.
    William Cowper

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