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Shortcoming

noun

/ˈʃɔːrt.kʌm.ɪŋ/

Meaning

a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency

Despite his many talents, he has some shortcomings.

flaw, defect, weakness, fault

strength, virtue, advantage, merit

personal shortcoming, major shortcoming, serious shortcoming, obvious shortcoming

An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.

The action of conserving something, in particular.

The events that will necessarily happen to a particular person or thing in the future; fate.

A humorous or satirical imitation of a serious piece of literature, music, or style.

The act of bending or the state of being bent, especially of a limb or joint.

A large tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.