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

But that comes with a host of drawbacks.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026

Because the ultra fine bubbles vanish after drying, the researchers believe their method could provide a cleaner, more precise way to produce next generation microdevices without the drawbacks of conventional ink additives.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026

You set yourself up for disappointment if you project onto a foreign country everything that’s alluring while ignoring its drawbacks.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026

There are drawbacks to looking at how much companies choose to issue debt or equity too.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 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