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SHORTCOMING Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word shortcoming. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word shortcoming. (close relations)
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shortcomings

Best Alternative Words for SHORTCOMING

RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
1defect
verb, nounv, n
2deficiency
nounn
3failing
adjectiveadj
4fault
nounn
5flaw
nounn
6inadequacy
nounn
7limitation
nounn
8weakness
nounn

Best Hypernyms For SHORTCOMING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for shortcoming, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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disadvantage

Alternatives for DEFECT

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