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Definition disadvantage in British English
disadvantage
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
[countable/uncountable]
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/ˌdɪsədˈvɑːntɪdʒ/
1
something that makes someone or something less effective, successful, or attractive
Example
One of the disadvantages of the job is the long hours I work.
Example
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living abroad.
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