welfare; benefits
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
welfare; benefit; well-being
formalRefers to non-wage compensation and services provided by employers or the state to improve quality of life, such as housing, healthcare, and pensions. Common in workplace and social policy contexts.
This company's employee benefits are excellent, including free lunch and annual health checks.
The government has increased social welfare spending for vulnerable groups.
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Spring Festival benefits usually include shopping cards and some New Year goods.
verb
to benefit; to bring welfare to; to improve the well-being of
formalUsed in formal or policy contexts to describe actions taken to improve people's living conditions. Often paired with objectives like 'the people' or 'society'.
This policy aims to benefit the vast rural population.
Enterprises have a responsibility to benefit their employees, not just pursue profits.
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Developing the economy and improving the people's welfare is the government's primary task.