Meaning & use

advantageous

adjective·Academic

Providing an advantage; likely to bring a benefit or favorable outcome.

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Learning a second language early can be advantageous for future career opportunities.

The new trade deal proved advantageous for both countries involved.

A note on using this word

Advantageous is more formal than 'helpful' and often appears in business, academic, or strategic contexts.

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Words with an opposite meaning

disadvantageousunfavorable

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