Disadvantageous

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Pronunciation: /dɪs.ədˈvæntɪdʒəs/

Definitions of disadvantageous

adjective causing disadvantage or harm

Example Sentences

A1 Having too many distractions while studying can be disadvantageous for students.

A2 Using outdated technology may prove disadvantageous in a competitive job market.

B1 Lack of experience in the field can be disadvantageous when applying for senior positions.

B2 Not having strong communication skills can be disadvantageous in a leadership role.

C1 Ignoring feedback from colleagues can prove disadvantageous in the long run.

C2 Failing to adapt to changing market trends can be highly disadvantageous for businesses.

Examples of disadvantageous in a Sentence

formal One disadvantageous aspect of the new policy is its impact on small businesses.

informal It's kind of disadvantageous that we have to work late on Fridays.

slang It really sucks that the weather is so disadvantageous for our beach day.

figurative His stubbornness proved to be disadvantageous in the long run, as he missed out on valuable opportunities.

Grammatical Forms of disadvantageous

past tense

disadvantaged

plural

disadvantageous

comparative

more disadvantageous

superlative

most disadvantageous

present tense

disadvantage

future tense

will be disadvantageous

perfect tense

has been disadvantageous

continuous tense

is being disadvantageous

singular

disadvantageous

positive degree

disadvantageous

infinitive

to disadvantage

gerund

disadvantaging

participle

disadvantaged

Origin and Evolution of disadvantageous

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'disadvantageous' originated from the Latin word 'disadvantagium' which means 'disadvantage'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'disadvantageous' has retained its original meaning of something causing a disadvantage or unfavorable outcome.