advantage
/ədˈvɑːntɪdʒ/ · /ədˈvæntɪdʒ/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2358 in the learning path
优势；有利条件
Definitions
n. Something that makes success more likely than for others.
优势；有利条件
n. A useful or positive feature of something.
好处；益处
Example
Your long arms give you an advantage in swimming.
你的长手臂让你在游泳时更有优势。
One major advantage of public transport is its ability to reduce traffic congestion in urban areas.
公共交通的一大好处是能够缓解城市地区的交通拥堵。
Collocations
- competitive advantage
- have an advantage over
- take advantage of
- a major advantage
Word family
- advantageous (adj.)
- disadvantage (n.)
- disadvantaged (adj.)
Synonyms
- benefit
- edge
Antonyms
- disadvantage
Usage tip
take advantage of可指利用机会，也可指占人便宜。
FAQ
- What does advantage mean?
- Something that makes success more likely than for others. A useful or positive feature of something.
- How is advantage pronounced?
- UK /ədˈvɑːntɪdʒ/, US /ədˈvæntɪdʒ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
