Synonyms of downside

downside

noun

ˈdau̇n-ˌsīd 

as in disadvantage

a feature of someone or something that creates difficulty for achieving success

the downside of living in the country is, of course, the long commute to work

Synonyms & Similar Words

• disadvantage
• handicap
• drawback
• shortcoming
• minus
• liability
• negative
• debit
• disbenefit
• strike
• incommodity
• obstacle
• hurdle
• disability
• impairment
• albatross
• stranglehold
• failing
• impediment
• millstone
• obstruction
• interference
• hindrance
• let
• embarrassment
• rub
• hitch
• clog
• catch
• stop
• crimp
• shackle
• trammel
• bar
• check
• manacle

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• advantage
• asset
• edge
• plus
• margin
• vantage
• start
• control
• lead
• jump
• head start
• predominance
• opportunity
• upper hand
• drop
• privilege
• mastery
• command
• transcendence
• ascendancy
• superiority
• supremacy
• prerogative
• assistance
• break
• aid
• help
• better

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of downside

The only downside is that roses have a reputation for being challenging to grow. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026

But there are several downsides for players in preempting an MLB lockout by going on strike. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 6 July 2026

But the dangerous downside, of course, is that people without licenses, especially children, could potentially do this and put themselves or others in a world of hurt. — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 5 July 2026

This approach is crucial for mitigating downsides and enhancing the benefits of AI for societal mental well-being. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026