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Synonyms & Similar Words
unprofitableness
loss
deficiency
shortfall
deficit
impairment
unproductiveness
ineffectiveness
inefficiency
wastefulness
squandering
mismanagement
unfruitfulness
barrenness
sterility
nonpayment
nonremuneration
unremunerativeness
inexpediency
disadvantage
unbeneficialness
unadvantageousness
fruitlessness
pointlessness
uselessness
futility
hopelessness
unviability
nonviability
Meaning of Unprofitability
The state or condition of not being profitable or advantageous.
Definitions
- The state of being unable to produce a profit or financial gain.
- * The quality of being ineffective or inefficient in achieving a desired outcome.
Etymology of Unprofitability
The word "unprofitability" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning not or opposite of, and "profitability" which comes from the noun "profit" and the suffix "-ability" forming a noun that denotes a state or condition.
Historically, the term has been used to describe situations or ventures that do not yield financial gain or advantages, often emphasizing the negative aspect of an investment, business, or project.
Example Uses
- The company's unprofitability led to significant layoffs and restructuring efforts.
- * Despite heavy investment, the new product line proved to be a case of unprofitability due to low demand and high production costs.