Synonyms of drawbacks

drawbacks

noun

plural of drawback

as in disadvantages

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

this plan has only one drawback: it's unworkable

Synonyms & Similar Words

• disadvantages
• shortcomings
• liabilities
• downsides
• handicaps
• negatives
• minuses
• debits
• disbenefits
• obstacles
• strikes
• disabilities
• incommodities
• hurdles
• impairments
• failings
• impediments
• obstructions
• albatross
• millstones
• hindrances
• embarrassments
• interferences
• lets
• hitches
• strangleholds
• shackles
• rubs
• clogs
• manacles
• trammels
• catches
• stops
• checks
• bars
• crimps

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• advantages
• assets
• pluses
• edges
• vantages
• margins
• controls
• starts
• privileges
• leads
• jumps
• opportunities
• drops
• commands
• prerogatives
• betters
• superiorities
• help
• aids
• head starts
• breaks
• transcendences
• predominances
• supremacies
• ascendancies
• upper hands
• masteries
• assistances

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of drawbacks

According to lead researcher Feiyang Wu, that process has two major drawbacks. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026

Pros and cons of opening a brokerage account Like any financial product, a brokerage account has benefits and drawbacks. — Elizabeth Gravier,dan Avery, CNBC, 16 July 2026

One is more processed, the other packs more fat—and both have their fair share of drawbacks. — Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 14 July 2026

The lithium-ion batteries that supply much of today’s clean energy come with some infamous drawbacks, from fire risk to reliance on foreign mining. — Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Pros and potential drawbacks of Tax Defense Network Tax Defense Network has a strong reputation, but as with any company, there are some drawbacks to consider. — Nick Perry, USA Today, 6 July 2026

Each one has its merits and drawbacks, and some have become increasingly important as the climate heats up. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 3 July 2026

But while the Education Department continues to tout the benefits of RAP, advocacy groups are urging borrowers to carefully consider the potential benefits and drawbacks of the new repayment plan option before enrolling. — Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Canoeing and sailing are two very different experiences, each with their own benefits and drawbacks. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 July 2026