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disadvantage

noun

ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒ

Meaning

An unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness.

an unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces chances of success

Urdu's dominance placed Bengalis at a disadvantage.

Living in a remote area can be a disadvantage when applying for certain jobs.

Handicap, Drawback, drawback, hindrance, obstacle, handicap

Entry 1

Handicap, Drawback

Entry 2

drawback, hindrance, obstacle, handicap

Advantage, Benefit, advantage, benefit, asset, strength

Entry 1

Advantage, Benefit

Entry 2

advantage, benefit, asset, strength

serious disadvantage, economic disadvantage, put at disadvantage

a shoot or twig inserted into a slit on the trunk of a living tree to form a new growth; corruption...

Making something work in the best possible way or improving it to achieve maximum effectiveness.

an act of sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving

a serious crime, usually punishable by imprisonment for more than one year

a fixed regular payment, usually for services or to cover living expenses

the final point or end of something, especially the final station on a railway line