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Beneficial

/ˌbɛn.ɪˈfɪʃ.əl/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #2150 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    Producing good results or helpful effects.

    "Regular exercise is beneficial for maintaining a healthy lifestyle."
  2. 2

    Contributing to an improvement or advantage.

    "The new policy is expected to have beneficial impacts on the economy."

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Derived from the Late Latin beneficialis, originating from Latin beneficium (a favor, benefit), combining bene (well) and facere (to do). Entered the English language in the late 14th century via Old French, evolving to describe anything producing good results or helpful effects.

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