ADVANTAGEOUS Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

advantageous

adjective

ˌad-ˌvan-ˈtā-jəs

Definition of advantageous

as in beneficial

promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being a trade agreement that is advantageous to both countries

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Recent Examples of advantageous Macdonald, whose subjects have included Whitney Houston and Bob Marley, and who won an Oscar for One Day in September, believes his lack of interest in soccer was advantageous when following one of the greatest managers of all time. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026 Like the iconoclastic comedian, Block was Jewish, with a knowledge of Yiddish, which had been deemed advantageous for the assignment. — Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026 The complexity of taxes and other variables leads to different lists of the most advantageous states for taxes, not necessarily just for retirees. — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026 This pressure could influence the upcoming US midterm elections in November – another thing that could play to Iran’s favor if the new Congress forces Trump to end the war on terms advantageous to Tehran, Schuster said. — Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for advantageous

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Adjective

Unlike tobacco, a static product with no real defensible qualities outside of recreation, consumer technology is ever evolving, and the lines between harmfully addictive and beneficial to society can be extremely blurry.

— Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2026
Also, ants are a beneficial insect and may not even be harming your plants.

— Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of beneficial

Adjective

Sulfolane has received less favorable assessments under more recent solvent-selection guidance, including concerns around reproductive toxicity.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
That, coupled with a favorable schedule featuring home games against TCU, BYU, Baylor, Arizona State and Iowa State, should help the Knights become bowl-eligible for the first time since the 2023 season.

— Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of favorable

Adjective

Squeeze bottles are also helpful for storing and dispensing homemade condiments (think spicy mayo) or syrups for coffee or cocktails.

— Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026
Starter Davis Martin said the veterans who have been in past playoff pushes have been helpful.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

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