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drawback

draw·back

drawback

 
pronunciation:
draw baek
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Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition: an impediment to the success or desirability of something; negative feature; flaw.
It's a great job offer, but the drawback is that I would have to travel a lot.The main drawback of the plan is how long it would take to complete.One drawback to the proposed location is that there is little space outside for parking.
synonyms:
barrier, encumbrance, hindrance, hurdle, impediment, obstacle
antonyms:
advantage, benefit
similar words:
catch, check, curb, defect, deterrent, disadvantage, downfall, fault, flaw, handicap, hitch, shortcoming, snag, stumbling block, weakness, wrinkle
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