disadvantage
Translation
disadvantage, drawback, downside
Examples
One disadvantage of the city is the noise.
One disadvantage of the city is the noise.
He was at a disadvantage because of his injury.
He was at a disadvantage because of his injury.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth./-ing)) the disadvantage of (sth.) The main disadvantage of the plan is its cost.
Similar Words
Synonyms: drawback, downside, weakness; Antonyms: advantage, benefit, strength
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (not, opposite of) and 'advantage' (a favorable condition). Literally 'not an advantage'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'dis-' as in 'disagree' or 'dislike'. It negates the positive word 'advantage'.