Basic Details
Word: Advantageously
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a way that is helpful, beneficial, or favourable.
Synonyms: Beneficially, favourably, helpfully
Antonyms: Disadvantageously, unfavourably
Idioms and Phrases
- Advantageously positioned: This refers to being in a place or situation that gives a person an advantage. Example: "The team was advantageously positioned to win the match after scoring early."
- Bowled over advantageously: To be pleasantly surprised by a good outcome. Example: "She was bowled over advantageously when she found out she got the job."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She advantageously used her extra study time to prepare for the exam, resulting in excellent grades.
Example 2: The investment was made advantageously, allowing the company to grow rapidly within a year.
Example 3: He advantageously applied for scholarships that helped him attend the university he always dreamed of.
Fun Fact
The word "advantage" comes from the Latin word "advantage," which means "to be of service." It highlights the importance of being in a position that helps you achieve your goals.
Famous Quote
"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." - Albert Schweitzer (This quote relates to being in an advantageous position that brings happiness and success.)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "advantageously" mean?
a) In a harmful way
b) In a helpful way
c) In a boring way
d) In an unknown way
Answer: b) In a helpful way
2. Which of these is a synonym of "advantageously"?
a) Disadvantageously
b) Beneficially
c) Unfavourably
d) Detrimentally
Answer: b) Beneficially
3. Which word is the opposite of "advantageously"?
a) Conveniently
b) Favourably
c) Disadvantageously
d) Helpfully
Answer: c) Disadvantageously
4. Which sentence uses "advantageously" correctly?
a) She spoke advantageously to her friend yesterday.
b) He advantageously finished the project before the deadline, impressing his boss.
c) The advantageously tree looked beautiful in spring.
d) She heated advantageously before going outside.
Answer: b) He advantageously finished the project before the deadline, impressing his boss.
5. Which idiom relates to the word "advantageously"?
a) In hot water
b) Advantageously positioned
c) Head over heels
d) Under the weather
Answer: b) Advantageously positioned
