劣勢
Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective
inferior position; disadvantage; unfavorable situation
Describes being in a weaker or losing position, often in competitive contexts such as sports, elections, or business. Antonym: 優勢.
Antonyms: 優勢
We were at a disadvantage throughout the match.
They overcame the disadvantage and won a come-from-behind victory.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が劣勢に立つto be placed in a disadvantageous/losing position
In the second half, the team found itself in a losing position.
- 劣勢を強いられるto be forced into a disadvantageous position
Due to a lack of funds, the company has been forced into a disadvantageous position.
- 劣勢を挽回するto turn around a disadvantageous situation
The players gave everything they had to turn the losing situation around.
- 劣勢に陥るto fall into a disadvantageous position
Because of an early mistake, our forces fell into a disadvantageous position.