Advantage - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ədˈvæntɪdʒ|  American pronunciation of the word advantage
Brit.  |ədˈvɑːntɪdʒ|  British pronunciation of the word advantage

noun

- the quality of having a superior or more favorable position (syn: vantage)
the experience gave him the advantage over me
- (tennis) first point scored after deuce
- benefit resulting from some event or action (syn: reward)
it turned out to my advantage

verb

- give an advantage to
This system advantages the rich

Extra examples

Higher ground gave the enemy the advantage.

He has an unfair advantage over us because of his wealth.

His plan has the advantage of being less expensive than other options.

He lacked the advantages of an advanced education.

Speed is an advantage in most sports.

The company's only advantage over the competition is its location.

Applicants for this job will find that previous experience is an advantage.

Being able to set your own schedule is one of the advantages of owning a business.

Among the advantages of a small college is its campus life.

There isn't any advantage in leaving early.

...there's no question that that bicycle racer was significantly advantaged by a great set of genes...

Our team had the advantage of experience.

Her experience meant that she had a big advantage over her opponent.

His height gives him an advantage over the other players.

Companies that receive government subsidies have an unfair advantage.

Word forms

noun
singular: advantage
plural: advantages
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