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drawback

/ˈdrɔːbæk/
English Definition
n. disadvantage, negative aspect
中文释义
缺点,不利
Example Sentence

The main drawback of solar power is its dependence on sunlight, which limits generation during overcast days and nighttime hours.

太阳能的主要缺点是依赖阳光,这限制了阴天和夜间的发电量。

Synonyms
disadvantage flaw downside
Antonyms
advantage benefit
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
draw(pull)+back(behind).
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “drawback”?

  1. A Trick or deception
  2. B Disadvantage, negative aspect
  3. C Shelter, protection
  4. D A supply of something useful
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B — Disadvantage, negative aspect. “drawback” means disadvantage, negative aspect.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “disadvantage, negative aspect”?

  1. A hoax
  2. B drawback
  3. C refuge
  4. D resource
Show answer

B — drawback. “drawback” means disadvantage, negative aspect.

Common questions about “drawback”

What does “drawback” mean?

drawback — disadvantage, negative aspect. In Chinese: 缺点,不利.

How do you pronounce “drawback”?

drawback is pronounced /ˈdrɔːbæk/.

How is “drawback” used in a sentence?

The main drawback of solar power is its dependence on sunlight, which limits generation during overcast days and nighttime hours. (太阳能的主要缺点是依赖阳光,这限制了阴天和夜间的发电量。)

What are synonyms for “drawback”?

disadvantage, flaw, downside — all close in meaning to drawback (disadvantage, negative aspect).

What is the opposite of “drawback”?

advantage, benefit — each the opposite of drawback (disadvantage, negative aspect).

Is “drawback” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. drawback is on the SAT Prep Basic list — the everyday academic words the SAT assumes you already have. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “drawback”?

draw(pull)+back(behind).

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