劣势 lièshì inferior
inferior; disadvantaged
How to remember 劣势: 劣 low-quality + 势 power = inferior.
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How it is used
- A disadvantaged position - 处于劣势 (chǔyú lièshì) be at a disadvantage.
- Direct antonym of 优势 (yōushì, advantage); the 优势/劣势 pair is standard in comparison and competition - 占优势 (zhàn yōushì) have the upper hand.
- Noun; common in sports, business, debate analysis.