advantageous

adjective

ad·​van·​ta·​geous ˌad-ˌvan-ˈtā-jəs 

-vən-

: giving an advantage : favorable

an advantageous opportunity

advantageously adverb

advantageousness noun

Synonyms of advantageous

• beneficial
• favorable
• helpful

Examples of advantageous in a Sentence

Her experience placed her in an advantageous position to apply for the job.

a trade agreement that is advantageous to both countries

Recent Examples on the Web

All the more reason for leaders to play the generosity sweepstakes in ways that are advantageous to them. — Diane Brady, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026

Mechanical overhauls are also de rigueur, and even advantageous. — Brett Berk, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2026

However, in infancy the brain is growing, and faster growth may not always be advantageous. — Catherine Demers, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2026

But even in what appears to be an advantageous matchup for those pesky S-words, the Chiefs would trade every potential sack for a fifth straight W. — Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Middle French avantageus, avantajose, from avantage advantage entry 1 + -eus, -ose -ous

First Known Use

1550, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for advantageous

• disadvantageous
• contagious
• courageous
• outrageous

Kids Definition

advantageous

adjective

ad·​van·​ta·​geous ˌad-ˌvan-ˈtā-jəs 

-vən-

: giving an advantage : helpful, favorable

advantageously adverb

advantageousness noun