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shortcoming

noun

short·​com·​ing ˈshȯrt-ˌkə-miŋ How to pronounce shortcoming (audio)
ˌshȯrt-ˈkə-
: an imperfection or lack that detracts from the whole
also : the quality or state of being flawed or lacking

Example Sentences

Her lack of attention to detail is her biggest shortcoming. The main shortcoming of this camera is that it uses up batteries quickly.
Recent Examples on the Web To overcome this shortcoming, homes with rooftop solar systems must be connected to the utility grid. Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 4 Sep. 2022 During the Cold War, American officials shrugged off this shortcoming as trivial; the Soviet Union was far from both. Arshan Barzani, WSJ, 24 Apr. 2022 But these shortcomings of crypto should be paired with the shortcoming of fiat currencies as well, recognizing that plenty of illicit laundering and insider trading takes place with the dollar too. Zenger News, Forbes, 22 June 2022 So, the fact that the LG CordZero is missing this feature isn’t a shortcoming in my opinion. Maren Estrada, BGR, 27 July 2022 Made hungry by his shortcoming and confident by his comeback, Chen’s performances across the team event and through the men’s singles were sensational, even record-setting. The Salt Lake Tribune, 20 Feb. 2022 The ruling Liberal Democratic Party from which Kishida and Suga hail is infamous for burying its shortcoming and scandals in flurry of electioneering. William Pesek, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2021 Cole lasted only two-plus innings, allowing three runs and four hits with two walks in his latest shortcoming against Boston. Kyle Hightower, Chron, 6 Oct. 2021 The complaints alleged that Facebook has been hiding its shortcoming about stopping the spread of hate speech and misinformation on its service to investors and the public. Jordan Moreau, Variety, 4 Oct. 2021 See More

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of shortcoming was in the 15th century

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