lucratif

lucrative, profitable

adjective loo-krah-TEEF Rare

Origin: From Latin 'lucrativus'.

Usage Note

Lucratif appears frequently in the phrase à but lucratif ('for profit'), contrasted with à but non lucratif or sans but lucratif ('non-profit'). The feminine form is lucrative. It applies to businesses, activities, and sectors, and always retains a neutral to positive financial connotation.

Examples

"C'est un marché très lucratif en ce moment."

Natural Translation

It is a very lucrative market right now.

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