beneficial

adjective
/ˌben.ɪˈfɪʃ.əl/

Meaning

Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.
producing good or helpful results; favorable or advantageous

Example Sentences

Eye rubbing can be beneficial in moderation.

Regular exercise is beneficial for your health.

Synonyms

helpful, advantageous, useful, favorable, good, positive, valuable
Entry 1
helpful, advantageous, useful, favorable, good, positive
Entry 2
helpful, advantageous, favorable, useful, valuable

Antonyms

harmful, detrimental, damaging, adverse, negative, disadvantageous
Entry 1
harmful, detrimental, damaging, adverse, negative, disadvantageous
Entry 2
harmful, detrimental, disadvantageous

Collocations

beneficial effects, beneficial impact, beneficial relationship, mutually beneficial

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