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Synonyms of disadvantage

8 similar words · 1 opposite word

Another word for disadvantage is con. Other synonyms of disadvantage are drawback, afterdeal and malefit. The opposite of disadvantage is advantage.

Synonyms and similar words for disadvantage

nounA weakness or undesirable characteristic; con; drawback.

  • afterdealDisadvantage.
  • conA disadvantage of something, especially when contrasted with its advantages (pros).
  • drawbackA disadvantage; something that detracts or takes away.
  • malefitA detriment or disadvantage.
  • downside
  • debit

nounA setback or handicap.

verbTo place at a disadvantage.

  • tell againstTo function as a liability (for someone); to put into a condition of disadvantage.

Opposite of disadvantage

nounMore antonyms

Meaning of disadvantage

  1. noun A weakness or undesirable characteristic; con; drawback.
  2. noun A setback or handicap.
  3. noun Loss; detriment; hindrance.

Full definition of disadvantage

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Questions about synonyms of disadvantage

What is another word for disadvantage?
Disadvantage has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as con, drawback, afterdeal and malefit.
What is the opposite of disadvantage?
The opposite of disadvantage is advantage.
What does disadvantage mean?
Disadvantage means a weakness or undesirable characteristic; con; drawback.

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