Disadvantage
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdɪsədˈvɑːntɪdʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Disadvantage is a noun meaning A weakness or undesirable characteristic; con; drawback.
Meaning
A weakness or undesirable characteristic; con; drawback.
More Meanings
- A setback or handicap.
- Loss; detriment; hindrance.
- (transitive) To place at a disadvantage.
Example Sentences
My height is a disadvantage for reaching high shelves.
They fear it might disadvantage honest participants to allow automated entries.
The disadvantage to owning a food processor is that you have to store it somewhere.
They would throw a construction on his conduct, to his disadvantage before the public.
Word Forms
- disadvantages
- disadvauntage
- disadvantaging
- disadvantaged
Synonyms for disadvantage
Depending on context, synonyms include afterdeal, con, drawback, malefit, downside, weakness.
Antonyms for disadvantage
Common opposites include advantage, vantage.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include disfavor, disfavour, handicap, hinder, hamper, drawback.
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