drawbacks

NOUN

disadvantage

Synonyms

STRONGEST

defect deficiency difficulty failing fault flaw hindrance hitch impediment imperfection inconvenience obstacle shortcoming snag stumbling block weakness

STRONG

check detriment disability evil ill lack nuisance trouble

WEAK

fly in the ointment

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage aid assistance benefit blessing convenience help perfection satisfaction strength strong point

STRONG

fitness happiness profit

WEAK

boon extra

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drawbacks

Hedging can help protect a portfolio during periods of market turbulence, but it also has important drawbacks.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026

The results were faster than those produced through cavitation, but the method also had important drawbacks.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 20, 2026

The lithium-ion batteries that supply much of today’s clean energy come with some infamous drawbacks, from fire risk to reliance on foreign mining.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026

As ever, an increase in sunshine and warmth usually comes with some drawbacks.

From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026

They work side by side, read, and talk—about art, and also about love, and marriage—with all its benefits and drawbacks.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman