Meaning of the word unprofitable in English

What does unprofitable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

unprofitable

US /ʌnˈprɑː.fɪ.t̬ə.bəl/
UK /ʌnˈprɒf.ɪ.tə.bəl/

Adjective

1.

not yielding profit or financial gain

Example:
The venture proved to be unprofitable, leading to its closure.
Many small businesses find themselves in an unprofitable situation during economic downturns.
2.

not beneficial or useful

Example:
Spending too much time on social media can be unprofitable for your studies.
Engaging in such a debate would be unprofitable and lead nowhere.