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long-term benefits

/lɔŋˈtɜːrm ˈbɛnɪfɪts/ · long·term·ben·e·fits
noun
  1. Advantages or positive outcomes that are expected to occur over a prolonged period of time, often as a result of a particular action or decision. The company's decision to invest in employee training is expected to yield long-term benefits in terms of increased productivity and job satisfaction.
  2. Positive consequences or outcomes that are not immediately apparent but are likely to occur in the future. The long-term benefits of a healthy lifestyle, such as reduced risk of chronic diseases, may not be immediately visible but are well worth the effort.
plural noun
  1. A set of advantages or positive outcomes that are expected to occur over a prolonged period of time. The company's long-term benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance and a generous retirement plan.
Did you know? The concept of long-term benefits is closely related to the idea of delayed gratification, which is a key principle in personal finance and investing.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 1 lookups Added Aug 9, 2026