What does disadvantaged mean?
Disadvantaged means simple past and past participle of disadvantage.
Disadvantaged
/ˌdɪs.ədˈvɑːn.tɪd͡ʒd/ · verb
Meaning
simple past and past participle of disadvantage.
Definitions by Sense
- simple past and past participle of disadvantage
- Lacking an advantage relative to another.
- (euphemistic) Poor; in financial difficulties.
Example Sentences
Devon's economy may be more broadly based, but like Cornwall it is still disadvantaged compared with other counties of southern England.
And it gets better. If 10% of those 17,000 new jobs employ people from a disadvantaged background, the value rises to £8.3bn.
Synonyms for disadvantaged
Antonyms for disadvantaged
Related Words
Word Forms
- more disadvantaged
- most disadvantaged
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for disadvantaged?
Common synonyms include deprived, underprivileged.
What is the opposite of disadvantaged?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use disadvantaged in a sentence?
Devon's economy may be more broadly based, but like Cornwall it is still disadvantaged compared with other counties of southern England.
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