disadvantage · n
at a disadvantage
C2 having problems that other people do not have
Dictionary examples:
Being shy puts him at a disadvantage. (37.0)
disadvantage
B1 something which makes a situation more difficult, or makes you less likely to succeed
Dictionary examples:
Being short is a disadvantage when trying to reach the top shelf. (0.0)
My biggest disadvantage in the eating contest was my tiny mouth. (0.0)
The disadvantage of having a pet elephant? Enormous poop to clean up! (0.0)
One disadvantage of living in the town is the lack of safe places for the children to play. (41.1)
We need to consider whether the disadvantages of the plan outweigh the advantages. (57.1)