benefit

/ˈbɛn.ɪ.fɪt/noun

Something useful or helpful that a person gains from a thing or situation.

Example sentences

“One benefit of living near the office is a very short commute.”
“Regular exercise has many health benefits, including better sleep.”

"Give someone the benefit of the doubt" means to assume the best. The plural covers employee perks and government payments alike.

Synonyms for benefit

advantage
plus
upside
gain

Antonyms

drawback
disadvantage
downside

On the Academic Word List. Find it in: Academic vocabulary, Positive words.

Related words

pensionRegular payments made to someone after they retire from work or military service.payrollThe complete record of a company's employees and the wages owed to each of them.raiseExtra money added to your regular pay by your employer, usually as a lasting change.expenseMoney paid out for something; the cost of a purchase or activity.demotionA move down to a lower position, rank, or level.revenueThe money that a business, government, or organization takes in from a particular source.