ADVANTAGES Synonyms: 124 Similar and Opposite Words

advantages 1 of 2

noun

plural of advantage

as in edges

the more favorable condition or position in a competition your experience volunteering at the hospital will put you at an advantage when you're applying for a job there

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as in benefits

a thing that helps had all the advantages of being born into a wealthy and powerful family

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advantages

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verb

present tense third-person singular of advantage

as in avails

to provide with something useful or desirable there's no question that that bicycle racer was significantly advantaged by a great set of genes

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Recent Examples of advantages

Noun

But starting a second business after successfully exiting another comes with advantages, says Ellsworth. — Megan Sauer, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2026 Their properties offer advantages in applications that require efficient switching, high power density, or high-voltage operation. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026 One of the advantages of audio production over screen is flexibility. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026 In the 1940s haute couture status brought practical advantages, but as postwar shortages eased in the early 1950s, those benefits diminished. — Alicja Zelazko, Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Nov. 2026 Those supplies are often caught in geopolitical crosshairs, as the US and China — locked in a fierce AI race — maneuver to deny each other technological advantages. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 5 Nov. 2026 While both almonds and peanuts are high in essential nutrients, each offers distinct advantages for keeping cholesterol levels in check and supporting heart health. — Mark Gurarie, HEALTH, 4 Nov. 2026 The data — provided by Eric Eager, then with PFF — has proven extending a three-point lead to six points late in the fourth quarter has more consequences than advantages. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2026 In fact, mid-sized companies often have advantages large corporations don’t. — John Iseghohi, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Verb

Many of these people don’t even know what advantages a physical release brings. — Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 30 July 2026 South Africa’s progress reflects decades of early investment and institutional capacity—advantages many peers lack. — Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026 When governance meets Goliath For more than a decade, Biglari Holdings and Biglari himself have been plagued by accusations of mismanagement due to ballooning executive pay, stock volatility, and a licensing deal that potentially advantages Biglari personally. — Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for advantages

Noun

Bake until crust is dry around the edges and just beginning to brown, 25–35 minutes.

— Rick Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
Removing leaves from the edges of your garden beds will give you a clean boundary between the lawn and garden beds, adding some order to the garden’s appearance.

— Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of edges

Noun

In addition, eligible employees will receive severance benefits and outplacement services to support their search for a new job.

— Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
Two states – Arkansas and Tennessee – have enacted laws that would ban conglomerates from simultaneously managing prescription benefits and running retail and mail-order pharmacies.

— Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of benefits

Noun

Whether three-, four- or five-day mandates, companies have cited the importance of creative collaboration for business productivity and growth, as well as mentorship opportunities.

— Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026
His elite outfield coverage included converting a remarkable 50% of five-star catch opportunities.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of opportunities

Noun

The board said its primary focus remains the integrity of Nvidia’s technical assets and broader American economic security.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2026
Unlike Vegas casinos, where hosts typically confirm the assets of their mega-rich whales, online sportsbooks don’t typically do so.

— New Yorker, New Yorker, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of assets

Noun

The path runs all the way down to the Ritz-Carlton Aruba, where guests have signing privileges at its restaurants, including Casa Nonna New York, Divi Sushi Bar & Lounge, and BLT Steak.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
Finally, Jordan lost his hunting and trapping privileges for life, a penalty that applies in all 50 states.

— Kris Millgate, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2026