vantage

noun

van·​tage ˈvan-tij 

1

: a position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view

2

: superiority in a contest

3

: advantage sense 4

4

archaic : benefit, gain

Phrases

to the vantage

obsolete : in addition

Synonyms

• advantage
• edge

Examples of vantage in a Sentence

the vantage had all been ours for the first half of the contest

Recent Examples on the Web

Certain novels, like Alan Paton’s Cry the Beloved Country, strike me as poor choices from this vantage mostly thanks to a lack of historical context. —Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 8 Sep. 2025

The other two will rewind and replay the exact same scenario, only from the vantage of different characters. —Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025

From the doomers’ vantage, these could be the early signs of a technology spinning out of control. —Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 21 Aug. 2025

Aside from its massive stone fireplace and dual sets of French doors that frame vantages of the neighborhood, the spacious living room provides a serene environment for both intimate conversations and large-scale entertaining. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French vantage, avantage — more at advantage entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4

Phrases Containing vantage

• coign of vantage
• vantage point

Rhymes for vantage

• advantage
• disadvantage

Kids Definition

vantage

noun

van·​tage ˈvant-ij 

: a position giving advantage or a wide view