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US/ˈdrɑː.bæk/
UK/ˈdrɔː.bæk/
a disadvantage or problem that makes something less attractive or useful
In context
The flat is cheap and bright; the only drawback is that there's no lift.
One major drawback of working from home is that you can feel isolated.
Before you buy an electric car, think carefully about the drawbacks, like charging time.
Words that go with drawback
adjective + noun
- main drawbackThe main drawback of this phone is its short battery life.
- major drawbackCost is a major drawback for many students.
- only drawbackThe only drawback is the long queue at lunchtime.
- biggest drawbackThe biggest drawback of the course is the price.
- potential drawbacksWe discussed the potential drawbacks before signing the contract.
- serious drawbackThe plan has one serious drawback: nobody has tested it.
noun + preposition
- drawback ofOne drawback of living in the centre is the noise.