ill-gotten gains never prosper
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Money or other property acquired dishonestly does not bring long-term and lasting joy.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Tài sản bất chính không mang lại hạnh phúc lâu dài
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “ill-gotten gains never prosper” mean?
Money or other property acquired dishonestly does not bring long-term and lasting joy.
Is “ill-gotten gains never prosper” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.