gain

[ɡeɪn]

gain Definition

• 1. to obtain or acquire something desirable
• 2. an increase in wealth, power, or resources

Using gain: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gain" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She gained a lot of knowledge from her experience.

• Example

  He gained the respect of his colleagues through his hard work.

• Example

  The company gained a significant market share after the merger.

• Example

  I hope to gain admission to a top university.

gain Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gain

• acquire
• attain
• win
• profit
• benefit
• advantage
• increase
• earn

Antonyms for gain

• lose
• sacrifice
• forfeit
• decrease

Idioms Using gain

• ill-gotten gains

  money or possessions that have been acquired dishonestly

  Example

  The politician was accused of using his position to amass ill-gotten gains.

• no pain, no gain

  you have to work hard and suffer to achieve something

  Example

  She knew that studying for the exam would be difficult, but she believed in the saying 'no pain, no gain.'

• to gain ground on someone

  to get closer to someone who is ahead of you in a competition or race

  Example

  The runner was able to gain ground on the leader in the final lap.

Phrases with gain

• gain ground

  to make progress or advance in a situation

  Example

  The company is gaining ground in the competitive market.

• gain weight

  to become heavier or fatter

  Example

  She has gained weight since she stopped exercising.

• gain the upper hand

  to gain control or an advantage over someone or something

  Example

  After a long struggle, the company finally gained the upper hand over its competitors.

Origins of gain

from Old Norse 'gagn', meaning 'advantage'

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Summary: gain in Brief

The term 'gain' [ɡeɪn] refers to obtaining or acquiring something desirable, such as knowledge or admission to a university. It can also refer to an increase in wealth, power, or resources, as in 'The company gained a significant market share after the merger.' Phrases like 'gain ground' and 'gain the upper hand' denote making progress or gaining control, while idioms like 'no pain, no gain' imply that hard work is necessary for success.