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 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 But Miami coach Mario Cristobal is skeptical about whether the bill would actually protect college sports and whether the bill would be advantageous for UM. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026 What may have been a mistake in the past could prove to be advantageous now and vice versa. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 These conditions, which are difficult to create on Earth, could be advantageous for certain applications, such as developing specialized proteins or semiconductors. — Euihyeon Choi, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for advantageous

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Colostrum also contains prebiotics and immune-supporting compounds, which help feed beneficial gut bacteria, prevent harmful germs from attaching to the gut wall, and support a more balanced immune response.

— Cheryl Fenton, Flow Space, 17 Aug. 2026
Below, Forbes Business Council members share some underused ways to build professional connections that are beneficial, genuine and productive for everyone involved.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of beneficial

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The mayors coalition argues that while any type of bond is not always favorable, addressing the state's housing crisis is necessary.

— Darrielle Fair, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
The senior Canadian official said the emerging agreement would provide greater certainty, protect Canada’s dairy sector and jobs threatened by the new tariffs, and preserve what Ottawa considers favorable trade terms with the United States.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of favorable

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The dismissals varied but building a middle order capable of withstanding a spin barrage in helpful conditions is fundamental to England’s ambitions overseas.

— Ben Jones, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
One element his past as a scary maze operator was especially helpful for is the jump scares the series is known for.

— William Earl, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026

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