BOB半岛

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        ad·van·tage

        advantage

         
         
        pronunciation:
        d vaen tihj
        phrases:
        take advantage
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        part of speech: noun
        definition 1: a better chance or position; upper hand.
        He has the advantage over her in the class election because everyone knows him.
        synonyms:
        edge
        antonyms:
        disadvantage
        similar words:
        lead, preference, superiority
        definition 2: the good or benefit that is gained from something.
        The advantage of living in the city is that there are so many things to see and do.
        synonyms:
        benefit
        antonyms:
        cost, disadvantage, drawback
        similar words:
        advancement, asset, blessing, boon, gain, good, head start, improvement, positive, profit, use
        phrase: take advantage
        derivation: advantaged (adj.)
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