A disadvantage or negative feature of a plan, idea, or situation.
“One major drawback of the plan is its high upfront cost to taxpayers.”
“Critics point to long wait times as a serious drawback of the new system.”
Reading Part 4 passages frequently list drawbacks right after listing benefits, so watch for contrast words like 'however' or 'but' nearby. Questions often test whether you can match a specific drawback to the correct side of the debate.
Synonyms: disadvantage, downside, weakness