DRAW BACK Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

drawback

noun

ˈdrȯ-ˌbak

as in disadvantage

a feature of someone or something that creates difficulty for achieving success this plan has only one drawback: it's unworkable

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Recent Examples of drawback Matthews said the job goes beyond the chair and should be protected from any potential financial aid drawbacks. —

Rashad Williams, CBS News, 1 June 2026 This streaming limitation is a big drawback. —

Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026 But the drawback of being a (much) younger sister is Alyssa and Gisele had each other to lean on growing up. —

Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026 What are the drawbacks of using DIY laundry detergent? —

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Similar to how van Gisbergen debuted on a brand-new NASCAR circuit, thereby negating some of the disadvantages that come with racing in a series for the first time, Magnussen will have the same opportunity at San Diego.

— Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Soon, multiplexes emerged, which put the Westwood Village location at a disadvantage.

— Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026