disadvantageous (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌdɪsædvænˈteɪdʒəs/

Definition

Creating an unfavorable situation or condition that makes success or progress more difficult.

Examples

• The lack of public transport made the location highly disadvantageous for employees without cars.

• Starting the race in the last position proved to be a disadvantageous situation for the young runner.

• Having a poor credit score can be disadvantageous when applying for a loan or renting an apartment.

How to Use disadvantageous

disadvantageous to (prepositional phrase)

Creating a disadvantage for someone or something. — "The new policy was disadvantageous to small businesses."

disadvantageous for (prepositional phrase)

Creating a disadvantage for a specific purpose or group. — "The early start time was disadvantageous for students who commuted long distances."

Synonyms of disadvantageous

Words with a similar meaning to disadvantageous:

• unfavorable
• detrimental
• unpropitious
• inopportune

Antonyms of disadvantageous

Words with the opposite meaning to disadvantageous:

• advantageous
• favorable
• beneficial

Browse the full Anaversity dictionary