Synonyms of drawback

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of drawback

New and improved versions came along, but by the 1950s, the drawbacks of the ticker tape were becoming more apparent. — Brian Lund, Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 Sep. 2026

David Szondy/New Atlas The main drawback of all this is that paratroopers must still be dropped from an aircraft, which is often visible enough to spoil the whole stealth thing. — New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026

Their comparatively lower energy density is less of a drawback in stationary applications, where the size and weight of the battery system are generally less restrictive than in electric vehicles. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026

Staff consulted neighboring jurisdictions about the benefits and drawbacks of each option. — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026