Drawback

Pronunciation: /drɔːbæk/

Definitions of drawback

noun a disadvantage or problem that makes something less desirable or successful

Example Sentences

A1 One drawback of living in a big city is the noise.

A2 A major drawback of online shopping is the inability to try on clothes before buying them.

B1 The main drawback of using public transportation is the lack of flexibility in scheduling.

B2 One significant drawback of working from home is the potential for isolation.

C1 Despite its many benefits, one drawback of renewable energy sources is their intermittent nature.

C2 The only drawback of the new software system is its steep learning curve for users unfamiliar with the interface.

Examples of drawback in a Sentence

formal One drawback of the new software system is its lack of compatibility with older operating systems.

informal The only drawback of the beach house is that it's a bit far from town.

slang The main drawback of the job is the long hours and low pay.

figurative The drawback of always taking the easy way out is that you never truly challenge yourself to grow.

Grammatical Forms of drawback

• past tense: drew
• plural: drawbacks
• comparative: more drawback
• superlative: most drawback
• present tense: draws
• future tense: will drawback
• perfect tense: have drawn back
• continuous tense: is drawing back
• singular: drawback
• positive degree: drawback
• infinitive: to drawback
• gerund: drawing back
• participle: drawn back

Origin and Evolution of drawback

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'drawback' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'dragan' meaning 'to draw' and 'bæc' meaning 'back'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 15th century to refer to a hindrance or disadvantage, the word 'drawback' has evolved to also denote a refund of customs or excise duty paid on goods that are being exported.