Antonyms of adj advantageous
2 senses of advantageous
Sense 1
advantageous (vs. disadvantageous) -- (giving an advantage; "a contract advantageous to our country"; "socially advantageous to entertain often")
disadvantageous (vs. advantageous) -- (constituting a disadvantage)
=> minus, negative -- (involving disadvantage or harm; "minus (or negative) factors")
Sense 2
advantageous -- (appropriate for achieving a particular end; implies a lack of concern for fairness)
INDIRECT (VIA expedient) -> inexpedient -- (not suitable or advisable; "an inexpedient tactic")
Similarity of adj advantageous
2 senses of advantageous
Sense 1
advantageous (vs. disadvantageous) -- (giving an advantage; "a contract advantageous to our country"; "socially advantageous to entertain often")
=> beneficial, good -- (promoting or enhancing well-being; "an arms limitation agreement beneficial to all countries"; "the beneficial effects of a temperate climate"; "the experience was good for her")
=> plus, positive -- (involving advantage or good; "a plus (or positive) factor")
=> discriminatory, preferential -- (manifesting partiality; "a discriminatory tax"; "preferential tariff rates"; "preferential treatment"; "a preferential shop gives priority or advantage to union members in hiring or promoting")
Also See-> expedient#1; opportune#1; profitable#1
Sense 2
advantageous -- (appropriate for achieving a particular end; implies a lack of concern for fairness)
=> expedient (vs. inexpedient) -- (serving to promote your interest; "was merciful only when mercy was expedient")