Advantage
A condition or circumstance that puts someone in a favorable or superior position; something that helps achieve a goal.
nounAdvantage
A condition or circumstance that puts someone in a favorable or superior position; something that helps achieve a goal.
nounImagine This
Imagine you’ve spent hours researching for a class debate; when the moment arrives you speak with confidence and present stronger evidence. That preparation gives you an edge—a clear advantage over the other team.
Sounds Like
ˈæd.vən.tɪdʒ (stress on the first syllable)
Looks Like
Looks like other -age nouns; starts with adv- and ends with -age.
Remember This
Advantage comes from Old French avantage, from avant 'before' with the suffix -age; in modern use it often appears in phrases like 'take advantage of' or 'have the advantage over.'
Other Forms
Connect With
edge, leverage, upper hand, head start, benefit, favorable position
Note
Use 'advantage' to denote a neutral or positive benefit. Do not confuse with 'take advantage of,' which means to exploit someone or something. Also differentiate from 'advantageous' (adjective) and 'advantageously' (adverb).