Shortcoming

noun
/ˈʃɔːrt.kʌm.ɪŋ/

Meaning

a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency

Example Sentences

Despite his many talents, he has some shortcomings.

Synonyms

flaw, defect, weakness, fault

Antonyms

strength, virtue, advantage, merit

Collocations

personal shortcoming, major shortcoming, serious shortcoming, obvious shortcoming

Related Vocabularies

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