Refers to practical benefit or usefulness, often in philosophical or economic contexts (e.g., utilitarianism).
Utilitarianism aims for the greatest happiness of the greatest number.
We need to evaluate the utility of this policy.
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From 功 (achievement, merit) and 利 (profit, benefit). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the compound conveys the idea of beneficial results.