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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

Example Sentences

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The ECB pointed out the drawbacks of gold as a reserve holding.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

He does, however, point out some drawbacks: either the trip is often cancelled at the last minute, or the drivers don't answer calls.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Even so, they believe S3E could become a viable alternative to evaporation ponds and hard rock mining, which currently dominate global lithium production despite their environmental drawbacks.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Drinks had become so de rigeur for me, I hadn’t much considered the benefits of sitting down to dinner, only the drawbacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 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