Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

proceeds

noun
/ˈprōˌsēdz/
Definition
Money received from a particular event or activity.
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.
Meaning
Proceeds refer to the total amount of money gained from a sale, event, or other financial transaction.
Synonyms
  • earnings
  • profits
  • returns
  • revenue
  • income