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shortcoming

short·com·ing

shortcoming

 
 
pronunciation:
short kuh mIng
features:
Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition: a fault or weakness in character, behavior, or ability.
Not being brave was his shortcoming.
synonyms:
fault, flaw, weakness
similar words:
vice
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