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unfair advantage

[/ʌnˈfɛr ədˈvæntɪdʒ/]
nounpl: unfair advantages
vantagem injusta
1. a favorable circumstance or benefit that is obtained through dishonest, unethical, or rule-breaking means, giving one party an undeserved superiority over others
Using performance-enhancing drugs gives athletes an unfair advantage in competition.
Usar drogas para melhorar o desempenho dá aos atletas uma vantagem injusta na competição.
2. any advantage gained in violation of established rules, laws, or principles of fair play
The company gained an unfair advantage by bribing government officials.
A empresa obteve uma vantagem injusta ao subornar funcionários do governo.
NYC Slang
cheap shot; playing dirty
Synonyms
undue advantageunearned advantageimproper advantageillegal advantagedishonest advantage
Antonyms
fair advantagelevel playing fieldfair competitionhonest advantage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vantagem injusta
Most common and widely used term
Rio de Janeiro
vantagem desleal
Alternative form emphasizing dishonesty
São Paulo
vantagem indevida
Formal/legal context usage
Portugal
vantagem injusta
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'vantagem desleal' in sports contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

stack the deck
tilt the playing field
have a leg up
gain an edge
get a head start
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