handicaps

The word “handicaps” has 3 syllables: hand-i-caps.

It's pronounced as /ˈhæn.dɪ.kæps/.

What is synonym and antonym for handicaps?

In the thesaurus, “handicaps” has 27 synonyms and 30 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for handicaps along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for handicaps

noun
1. Something that prevents, hampers, or hinders.
2. An allowance of a certain amount of time or distance in starting, granted in a race (or other contest of skill) to the competitor possessing disadvantages; or an additional weight or other hindrance imposed upon the one possessing advantages, in order to equalize, as much as possible, the chances of success.
3. (sometimes considered offensive) The disadvantage itself, in particular physical or mental disadvantages of people.
4. A race or similar contest in which there is an allowance of time, distance, weight, or other advantage, to equalize the chances of the competitors.
5. (card game) An old card game, similar to lanterloo.
verb
1. To encumber with a handicap in any contest.
2. (by extension) To place at disadvantage.
3. To estimate betting odds.

The handicaps assigned to the horses help level the playing field for the race.
Despite their handicaps, the athletes competed with great determination and skill.
The team faced several handicaps during the project, including limited resources and tight deadlines.
The new policy aims to reduce the handicaps faced by individuals with disabilities in the workplace.
Understanding the handicaps of different players is crucial for developing effective game strategies.

On this page you'll find 57 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to handicaps, such as: advance, advantage, advantages, aid, aids, allow, asset.

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