advantage
Translation
advantage, benefit, upper hand
Examples
His height is an advantage in basketball.
His height is an advantage in basketball.
You should take advantage of this opportunity.
You should take advantage of this opportunity.
Grammar Patterns
((an advantage over sb./sth.)) a condition giving a greater chance of success Our team has an advantage over theirs.
((to take advantage of sth.)) to make good use of an opportunity You should take advantage of the sale.
Similar Words
Synonyms: benefit, asset, plus; Antonyms: disadvantage, drawback
Etymology
From Old French 'avantage', from 'avant' meaning 'before'. It refers to being 'before' or ahead of others.
Memory Tips
Think of having a 'vantage point', which is a position that gives you a good view. An advantage gives you a better position.