 disadvantage |
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| 1. | [ noun ] the quality of having an inferior or less favorable position | |
| Related terms: | advantage liability loss limitation defect awkwardness penalty inexpedience inferiority unprofitableness drawback unfavorableness | |
| 2. | [ verb ] put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm | |
| Synonyms: | disfavour disfavor | |
| Examples: | "This rule clearly disadvantages me" |
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| Related terms: | advantage discriminate handicap prejudice disfavor | |
| 3. | [ verb ] put at a disadvantage | |
| Synonyms: | hinder hamper handicap | |
| Examples: | "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements" |
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| Related terms: | bias shackle | |
| Similar spelling: |
disadvantaged disadvantageous |
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