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disadvantage

[/ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒ/]
noun/verbpl: disadvantages
desvantagem
1. a circumstance or condition that puts one in an unfavorable position
Being shorter is a disadvantage in basketball.
Ser mais baixo é uma desvantagem no basquete.
2. to place in an unfavorable position; to harm or hinder
The new policy will disadvantage small businesses.
A nova política prejudicará as pequenas empresas.
3. a weakness or unfavorable aspect
One disadvantage of this plan is its high cost.
Uma desvantagem deste plano é seu alto custo.
NYC Slang
the short end of the stick
Synonyms
drawbackhindrancehandicapweaknessdownside
Antonyms
advantagebenefitassetstrengthedge

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desvantagem
standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
desvantagem
standard usage in Portugal
São Paulo
desvantagem
common in business and sports contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

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