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Drawbacks

Verb / ˈdrɔ:ˌbæks / Another word for drawbacks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Drawbacks are the negative aspects or disadvantages of something.

Synonyms & similar words

drawback disadvantages problems difficulties challenges obstacles hurdles complications setbacks limitations shortcomings weaknesses faults imperfections flaws deficiencies negatives cons downsides minuses

Synonyms by register

Formal

disadvantages shortcomings imperfections deficiencies

Informal

downsides cons flaws hiccups

Literary

infirmities blemishes

Antonyms

advantages benefits perks positives strengths virtues upsides

Common collocations

  • significant drawbacks
  • major drawbacks
  • inherent drawbacks
  • practical drawbacks
  • obvious drawbacks
  • drawbacks of
  • face drawbacks
  • overcome drawbacks

Word family

noun drawback
verb draw back

Usage note

Drawbacks refers to disadvantages or negative aspects of something. It is often used in formal and informal contexts to discuss the negative sides of a plan, product, or situation.

Example sentences

  1. One of the drawbacks of eating too much candy is getting cavities.
  2. A drawback of not studying for a test is getting a bad grade.
  3. One of the drawbacks of playing outside in the rain is getting wet.
  4. A drawback of living far away from your friends is not being able to see them often.
  5. One of the drawbacks of being tall is hitting your head on low ceilings.

Quotes

  • The greatest drawback in our life is our own self.
  • The only drawback to success is that you have to keep on succeeding.
  • The biggest drawback to success is laziness.

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