ADVANTAGEOUS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Adjective

giving an advantage

Example: a contract advantageous to our country; socially advantageous to entertain often

Part of speech: Adjective

appropriate for achieving a particular end; implies a lack of concern for fairness

The word "advantageous" was borrowed from Middle French avantageus.

advantage – A related word in the same word family.

ous – A related word in the same word family.

Many English words entered through French but originally came from Latin, Arabic, or even Persian.