advantage; vantage




the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

"the experience gave him the advantage over me"

Antonym:
  • disadvantage

Type of:
  • asset; plus

Types:
  • favor; favour
  • leverage
  • handicap
  • homecourt advantage
  • lead
  • pull; clout
  • start; head start
  • profit; gain
  • preference
  • privilege
  • expedience; expediency
  • superiority; favorable position; favourable position
  • good
  • favorableness; favourableness; advantageousness; positivity; positiveness; profitableness
  • tax advantage


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