shortcoming

short·com·ing

noun \ˈshȯrt-ˌkə-miŋ, ˌshȯrt-ˈ\

Definition of SHORTCOMING

: an imperfection or lack that detracts from the whole; also : the quality or state of being flawed or lacking

Examples of SHORTCOMING

1. Her lack of attention to detail is her biggest shortcoming.
2. The main shortcoming of this camera is that it uses up batteries quickly.

First Known Use of SHORTCOMING

15th century

Related to SHORTCOMING

Synonyms

demerit, dereliction, failing, foible, frailty, fault, sin, vice, want, weakness

Antonyms

merit, virtue

Related Words

blot, spot, stain; blemish, deficiency, flaw, imperfection, minus, nit; Achilles' heel, soft spot; corruption, depravity, evil, immorality, sinfulness, wickedness

Near Antonyms

excellence, perfection; goodness, integrity, morality, probity, rectitude, righteousness

Rhymes with SHORTCOMING

becoming, forthcoming, have coming, homecoming, incoming, mind-numbing, oncoming, upcoming