handicap
//ˈhændɪkæp//
Noun
handicapSingular
handicapsPlural
1
A condition or circumstance that makes progress or success difficult; a disadvantage.
His lack of experience was a handicap in the job interview.
2
In sports, especially golf and horse racing, a system of adjustments or allowances given to equalize chances of winning among competitors of different abilities.
His golf handicap has improved from 18 to 12 this year.
Antonym
Verb
handicapInfinitive
handicapPresent tense
handicappedPast tense
handicappedPast participle
handicappingPresent participle
handicapsThird-person singular
1
To place at a disadvantage; to hinder or impede.
The lack of funding handicapped the research project.
2
To assign a handicap to a competitor in a sport or game.
The committee handicapped the experienced golfers to make the tournament fair.