Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
proceeds
noun
/ˈprōˌsēdz/
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Definition
Money received from a particular event or activity.
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Examples
- The proceeds from the charity event will go to support local shelters.
- After selling the old car, the proceeds were used to buy a new one.
- The proceeds of the auction exceeded everyone’s expectations.
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Meaning
Proceeds refer to the total amount of money gained from a sale, event, or other financial transaction.
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Synonyms
- earnings
- profits
- returns
- revenue
- income