disadvantage
noun
absence or deprivation of advantage or equality.
disadvantages
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pluralof disadvantage.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof disadvantage (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
disadvantagenounabsence or deprivation of advantage or equality.
Example Sentences
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Even with Europe’s disadvantages, experts said the region still has a solid foundation in biopharma and other industries such as engineering.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
It said the school leaned on how applicants answered “hardship” questions — which ask students how they overcame disadvantages — as a proxy for race.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
As for Mr. Ramaswamy, his advantages are also his disadvantages.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
Critics argue that it disadvantages Wales and the English regions by channelling investment to the south east of England.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
“If we are blind to the educational disadvantages associated with need, we will simply replicate these disadvantages while appearing to make decisions based on merit.”
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
