advantageous

adjective

ad·​van·​ta·​geous ˌad-ˌvan-ˈtā-jəs 

-vən-

: giving an advantage : favorable

an advantageous opportunity

advantageously adverb

advantageousness noun

Synonyms

• benefic
• beneficent
• beneficial
• benignant
• favorable
• friendly
• good
• helpful
• kindly
• profitable
• salutary

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

But in a group with big names, Andries Jonker’s side slipping under the radar could be advantageous. —Julia Ranney, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025

Making The Best Choice For Your Needs Despite these limitations, the Portuguese Golden Visa may still be appropriate for some Americans, such as those seeking a long-term nomadic lifestyle throughout Europe, where the minimal physical presence requirement is advantageous. —Alex Recouso, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025

In fact, Lee sees the contrasts between now and then as an even more advantageous backdrop for equity markets. —Jeff Cox, CNBC, 21 Mar. 2025

That said, winning the initial wager is advantageous in that the bonus will convey along with whatever potential cash stake is on the line. —Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025

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