Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unfair-advantage

noun

/ʌnˈfɛr ædˈvæntɪdʒ/

Definition

A situation where one party has a benefit or edge over others that is not based on merit but rather on inequitable circumstances.

Examples

His connections in the industry gave him an unfair advantage over other candidates.
Many believe that having financial support can create an unfair advantage in college admissions.
She was accused of using her family’s influence to obtain an unfair advantage in her business dealings.

Meaning

Unfair advantage refers to a condition or situation in which someone can gain an upper hand without competition being on equal terms, often due to outside factors that favor them.