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disadvantage
1. n. A weakness or undesirable characteristic; a con.
The disadvantage to owning a food processor is that you have to store it somewhere.
2. n. A setback or handicap.
My height is a disadvantage for reaching high shelves.
3. n. Loss; detriment; hindrance.
4. v. To place at a disadvantage.
They fear it might disadvantage honest participants to allow automated entries.

Pronunciation

Example Sentences

The only time she has ever found it a disadvantage to be recognised was when she went to buy her car.  A weak race, they are crafty and devious when they believe themselves the stronger, but are whining and obsequious when at an obvious disadvantage.

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