vantage meaning

vantage as a noun

1. place or situation affording some advantage (especially a comprehensive view or commanding perspective)

   Type of: position

   Kinds: vantage point

2. the quality of having a superior or more favorable position
   • the experience gave him the advantage over me

   Synonyms: advantage

   Type of: asset

   Kinds: favor, leverage, handicap, homecourt advantage, lead, pull, start, profit, preference, privilege, expedience, superiority

vantage in a sentence

• From these vantage points, you can easily see the town below.
• From my vantage point, I can't see the action.
• The top of the hill is a good vantage point.
• The caves are situated on a hilltop and provide an excellent vantage point.
• There were several vantage points around the launching pad where spectators could get a great view.

How to pronounce vantage

vantage is pronounced /ˈvæntədʒ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.