downside
noun/ˈdaʊnsaɪd/
/ˈdaʊnsaɪd/
- the disadvantages or less positive aspects of something
- The downside of all this success is that I don't get to spend much time with my family.
- On the downside, such improvements in efficiency often mean job losses.
- This is good news for farmers, but I do see a downside.
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