What does the cryptic crossword clue "Contradicts remark in profits (8)" mean?

The definition is "Contradicts". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). SAY (synonym="SAY") in GAINS (synonym="GAINS") = GAINSAYS; definition: "Contradicts" The answer is GAINSAYS.

Contradicts remark in profits (8)

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