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Meaning of unadvantageous
The primary meaning of "unadvantageous" refers to something that is not beneficial or profitable.
Etymology of unadvantageous
The word "unadvantageous" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning not, and "advantageous" derived from the Old French word "avantage" meaning benefit or profit, which is itself derived from the Old French word "avant" meaning before, and the suffix "-age" forming a noun indicating a process or condition.
Synonyms
disadvantageous
unfavorable
detrimental
harmful
injurious
deleterious
adverse
negative
unfavourable
unpropitious
inopportune
unprofitable
loss-making
costly
expensive
counterproductive
unbeneficial
unhelpful
unfavorable
unfruitful
unrewarding
unremunerative
unproductive
inefficient
ineffective
useless
worthless
disadvantageous
unavailing
Definitions
- Giving someone less chance of succeeding or achieving something than others
- * Not providing an advantage or benefit
Usage Examples
- The new tax policy has proven unadvantageous for small businesses, causing many to close down.
- * The location of the store was unadvantageous, being far from the city center and public transportation.