What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
advantageously
Example
She positioned herself advantageously at the starting line. [advantageously: adverb]
Example
The company was able to negotiate an advantageously low price for the raw materials. [advantageously: adverb]
beneficially
Example
The new policy will beneficially impact the environment. [beneficially: adverb]
Example
Eating a balanced diet can beneficially affect your health. [beneficially: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Beneficially is more commonly used than advantageously in everyday language, as it is more versatile and covers a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between advantageously and beneficially?
Advantageously is more formal than beneficially, which is more commonly used in informal contexts.
