limitation
Translation
limitation, restriction, constraint, drawback
Examples
Every plan has its limitations.
Every plan has its limitations.
There are limitations on what we can do.
There are limitations on what we can do.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) limitation ((on/to sth.)) a restriction on something There are limitations on what we can do.
((sb.'s/sth.'s)) limitations the weaknesses of someone or something Every plan has its limitations.
Similar Words
Synonyms: restriction, constraint, drawback, weakness
Etymology
From the verb 'limit' plus the suffix '-ation', which forms nouns of action or state.
Memory Tips
A 'limitation' is the *condition* that limits something. A budget 'limit' creates a 'limitation' on spending.