gain

verbid 638·updated Jun 3, 2026
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To get possession of or secure something wanted or desirable.

Classifications

Cognitive

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Responsibility

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Automation

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Variants

synonym
acquireadvancebenefitderivegatherhitmakeprofitput onwin
pasttense
gained
presentparticiple
gaining
thirdpersonsingular
gains
pastparticiple
gained

Framework definitions

FFIEC IT Examination Handbook - Audit, April 20121 senseview framework →
§1
To get possession of or secure something wanted or desirable.
Wordset Dictionary9 sensesview framework →
§1
increase one's body weight
§2
increase or develop
§3
rise in rate or price
§4
obtain advantages, such as points, etc.
§5
reach a destination, either real or abstract
§6
win something through one's efforts
§7
earn on some commercial or business transaction
§8
derive a benefit from
§9
obtain

Outgoing relationships

verbLevel
  • applylexicon:CognitiveLevel

Incoming relationships

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