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[ adjective ] giving an advantage
Examples "a contract advantageous to our country" "socially advantageous to entertain often" Used in print (Dan McLachlan, Jr., "Communication Networks and...)For the occasion on which everyone already knows everyone else and the host wishes them to meet one or a_few honored newcomers , then the `` open_house '' system is advantageous because the honored guests are fixed connective points and the drifting guests make and break connections at the door . Related terms disadvantageous beneficial profitable plus discriminatory profitable expedient opportune |
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[ adjective ] appropriate for achieving a particular end; implies a lack of concern for fairness
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[ adjective ] likely to be of benefit or advantage
Examples "in an advantageous position" Related terms |
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[ adjective ] very favorable or advantageous
Examples "a golden opportunity" Related terms |
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